Strategy Manager

Strategy Manager, Volvo Penta Purchasing

The Purchasing function has a huge impact on Volvo Penta performance and transformation journey- We need to secure that our supplier base can meet the challenges in the future. Therefore, we are looking for a Strategy Manager that can lead the commercial strategy development within Volvo Penta Global Purchasing. The purpose of this position is to drive and secure that our commercial strategies is in the frontline within the industry.


Currently we are in an exciting transformation and in this role you get the possibility to be part of and contribute to this journey.


The Strategy Manager will report to the Purchasing Director, Strategy & Business Development.

Key Responsibilities
Drive the commodity strategy road map within Purchasing on an overall level to meet future challenges
Develop and be the owner of commodity strategy process, templates, and way of working in Purchasing and with other stakeholders
Coach and actively support the purchasing organization in the strategy work
In cooperation with the Purchasing Directors follow-up and secure implementation of commodity strategies
Represent Purchasing regarding commodity strategies development in relevant forums with the Volvo Group
Understand and be up to date with the market challenges and technology development, to support input to commercial strategies

Competence Profile & Qualifications


We are looking for a person with strong interest in business with a strategic mindset.
These will be key competences for us in this recruitment process:
Business mind-set
Strategic mindset
Ability to drive and challenge the organization
Excellent communication skills
Experience in working with commercial strategies
Leadership experience
Teamwork and collaboration skills
Knowledge of process methodology and tools
Change management knowledge

You have a university degree in Business and/or Engineering. You are fluent in English and preferably in Swedish.

Start Date & Timeline
We will have the ambition to close the recruitment as soon as possible, so do not wait with your application,

For further information, please contact:
Hiring Manager: Linda Agebrand, Director Purchasing Strategy & Business Development
Phone; +46 31 322 83 16, Mail: linda.agebrand@volvo.com
HR contact: Theresa Krook, HR Business Partner
Phone. +46 76 5533710 Mail; Theresa.krook@volvo.com


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