Senior Buyer – Transmission

The Volvo Penta vision is to be the world leader in sustainable power solutions and world-leading supplier of engines and complete powers systems for marine and industrial applications. We have a history of innovation and enjoy strong marine market position as well as a great opportunity for growth within industrial based on our current and future product and service offer. Volvo Penta is in the early stages of an exciting transformation journey


To enable this exciting future, we at Volvo Penta Purchasing offer a chance to join us in implementing a sustainable future for everyone. We are looking for a Senior Buyer for the Transmission commodity. Could it be you?


Our offer to you


We are looking for a Senior Buyer that are up to the challenge to drive transformation from existing technology to the future sustainable technology and who will be responsible for Components/Systems within the Engine & Systems team.


This includes Gearboxes, Couplings, Transmission- and Driveline related components. Besides being responsible for QDCF-TSR (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, Risk) for the supplier base, you will also have the role as Strategic Lead with the responsibility to coordinate, develop and execute the strategy for the Commodities within your scope. This means that you will lead the Purchasing transformation towards new and sustainable technology for your commodity.


At Volvo Penta, the organization is small enough for you to get involved and here you can really make a difference!


What will you work with as Senior Buyer Transmission?
Lead and coordinate strategic work in cross functional commodity teams, this includes develop and execute commodity strategies
Manage the supplier relationships and performance (QDCF-TSR) for the entire product life cycle: operational, project and sourcing phases. Co-operate cross functionally to achieve the best solution
Perform the activities required for the commodity: negotiations, sourcing, re-sourcing, follow-up of contracts and agreements with suppliers and ensure implementation, optimize total cost, risk management, drive synergies within Volvo Group
Contribute to drive the business transformation within the commodity to shape a sustainable future

This is us


Our employees describe Volvo Penta as a great place to work. We encourage people to take individual responsibility and offer exciting assignments in a highly innovative environment.
We strongly believe that high performance comes from motivated employees, courage to think outside the box and having fun. We are a team located in Gothenburg who likes challenges and where teamwork and a positive attitude are the foundation in everything we do.


Are you like us - engaged in your work and professional in everything you do? If yes – Volvo Penta Purchasing is the right place for you. By selecting high performing suppliers who deliver the best possible products and services with the right quality we add real business value to our customers.


You will work with a high performing team aiming at world-class purchasing – sounds exciting, doesn’t it?


This is you
Experienced with a solid purchasing knowledge from related areas
Responsible, dependable and that you like to do business, since that is what this job is about
Strong in strategic thinking and execution including communication
Always trying to improve, both yourself and your work environment
Have a relevant academic education
A true team player with belief that the best results are achieved together while having fun!

In prioritizing candidates, we will pay attention to matching your profile to team culture, experience, gender and spirit. The successful candidate will have shown a winning attitude and great persona in combination with a strong track record and references.


The position is based in Gothenburg, Sweden, and will require occasional travel.


Are you curious to hear more about the job? Or the department? Or maybe you have other questions? Contact us:


Hiring Manager: Helena Larsson, helena.larsson@volvo.com, Purchasing Manager Engine & Systems
+46 (0)739 - 02 65 63


HR contact: Helena Berlin: helena.berlin@volvo.com, Vice President HR,
+46 (0)739 – 02 72 17


Start date and timeline:
The position is open now and we will start screening as applications arrive, so don't hesitate to send yours.


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