Senior Buyer, Direct Material Procurement

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

Let´s introduce ourselves
At Direct Material Procurement, we are strategically constructing an organization poised for future success. Our Global Category Teams are dedicated to establishing competitive value chains through collaborative efforts with stakeholders. We consider our chosen suppliers as enduring partners in innovation and business, aiming to cultivate long-term relationships while ensuring a sustainable global footprint. Our commitment extends to minimizing supply chain risks, and we continually explore new suppliers and innovative ideas.

We are committed to unleashing the full potential of individuals, fostering innovation, and embracing adaptability in the face of change. Our empowered teams assume ownership and proactively deliver optimal value to consumers. Leaders within our organization are dedicated to developing, coaching, and motivating individuals. By eliminating obstacles and facilitating team deliveries, our leaders actively contribute to the success of the business and operations. Our global team members collaboratively share ownership, offering mutual support to enhance global deliveries in an efficient, enjoyable manner.

Together we contribute to shape global competitive, sustainable and resilient value chains. For Life.
We are now looking for driven individuals to join our cross-functional and international teams covering segments as per bellow:
•    Vehicle Platform
•    Software & Electronics
•    Top Hat – Interior & Exterior

What you´ll do?
•    Work in an everchanging world, with continuously new challenges
•    Lead and participate in high tempo and challenging negotiations, both internal and external 
•    Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with the company's needs for future technologies and concepts
•    Assume ownership and management of the supply base, ensuring the presence of financially sound and competent suppliers with an optimal footprint that supports sustainability
•    Strategically plan and execute supplier selections in close collaboration with the category team and stakeholders
•    Guarantee the fulfilment of all purchasing deliveries prior to each program milestone
•    Collaborate extensively within the category team and with stakeholders to ensure supplier capability, capacity, quality, and timely deliveries
•    Proactively drive suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize ongoing business by identifying and implementing opportunities for commercial, technical, and supply chain cost savings.
•    Actively seek ways to optimize the ongoing business's supply base while effectively assessing and managing associated risks.

What you`ll bring?
•    You have experience of doing business in an international environment with global suppliers where a strong business acumen is a prerequisite as well as an ability to shift between short term focus and long-term ambitions. You gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
•    Structured and organized approach that enables complexity and different interfaces
•    Confidence to act in an international environment and influence stakeholders, and fluent communication in English
•    Consistency in achieve results, even under tough circumstances and active search for new opportunities, by using both formal and informal development channels
•    Collaborative approach and drive to meet shared objectives
•    Knowledge and skills from supplier management and contractual topics, such as fact-based negotiations/discussions 

Welcome with your application in English at your earliest convenience.

Want to know more? 
While submitting the application you will be required to submit your preference about the area you are the most interested to work with. 
We invite you to apply in English until 21th of November. Please submit your application via our Career site, applications submitted via email will not be retained or taken into consideration. Once you receive a confirmation email from the system, your application will be acknowledged. 
Location of the position: Gothenburg, On-site