Head of Purchasing Electronics, Automation, Connectivity and Services

Our world is a world of change


Our organization is built by people and great teamwork. We are a truly global company and we believe in the advantage of diversity and together we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone.
We believe in a sustainable future and with the global construction industry as our arena, we work together with our customers to turn this belief into reality for people everywhere. That is our purpose, and we live and breathe it, every day.


Who are we – Souring Global Commodity organization (SGC)?


We are a passionate, diverse and engaged team responsible for supplier management, strategic sourcing, Commercials, Quality and Delivery overall responsibility on global Suppliers and technologies.
We work in a global set-up with colleagues from all regions and culture with the ambition to constantly bring value to our business and customers.
We are a team that works very cross functional and support each other. We are a team that values a lot ownership, independence of decision, value based leadership and business mindset.
Job summary
Volvo Construction Equipment is leading the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter and more connected. To make this happen, our company is embracing a Transformation journey requiring the development of new services and innovative technologies.


In the heart of this Transformation, our Global “Electronics, Automation, Connectivity and Services” team is now looking for its new leader, who will have the dual responsibility for both setting a vision and moving from words to action, not only when it comes to the development of new solutions but also to support plants globally with resilient Supply Chains.


As source of inspiration for the team, this is a key role to establish new partnerships and develop new Business Models to create value for our customers.
The playground is broad, from tactical to strategical topics, Hardware or Software related, and this can be yours!


In addition, the new EACS leader will integrate SGC Leadership team, and accordingly act as a strong contributor in ensuring the organization is performing and developing towards strategic growth ambitions.


Who are you?


We don’t know yet. But if our entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability, accountability, and an innovative and customer-focused mindset light your inner fire, you might be our next leader!


You have great cooperative and communication skills as you are dealing with multiple contacts both outside and inside of your organization. You have the ability to lead and are not afraid of taking on responsibility and standing up for the team. You are used to working in a multinational and multicultural environment. You have a strategic mindset and as a person, you are target oriented and believe there is always room for improvements. You understand the big picture, you are well organized and love taking on complex tasks. As a Purchasing professional, you have a good understanding of Global Sourcing Process and Business Strategies development.


Passionate by people, you should have a significant experience as a leader to attract, develop and retain talents in a context of uncertainty.
With a strong appetite for New Technologies, an Engineering degree is preferred but any other background is of interest to us providing that your curiosity and strong drive is an asset for the team.


Any questions? Or curious to hear more about this opportunity? Call us!


Yann Teste, Head of Purchasing Global Commodities, yann.teste@volvo.com
Union contacts;
Kicki Höller, Unionen, +46 16 541 4444
Patrik Sandberg, Akademikerna, +46 16 541 6229
Pasi Järvelä, Ledarna, +46 16 541 5682