Team Manager

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.

What is in it for you?

Are you a skilled leader who loves to work with people, coach them in their development and help them grow? Direct Material Procurement Interior, responsible for all interior components. 
is now looking for a Team Manager for our Seats, Occupant Safety & Surface Materials.
The team consists of 16 buyers and its responsibility covers strategic work, sourcing, as well as running tasks to secure day-to-day operations within some of the company’s most strategic areas.
Join us in our journey to disrupt the business. 

You will be part of the Direct Material Procurement management team and report directly to the Senior Director for Procurement Interior.

What you’ll do

As a team manager, you will develop, support, and coach the team in the daily work to bring out the best of the team members and let them grow. 
You will be in close cooperation with the Category Manager and the other global team leaders to secure the best global sourcing synergies and results.

Your main responsibilities will include:

-    Developing and coaching both, the individual employees, as well as the team to ensure ownership for their area of responsibility and expected deliveries.
-    Human Resource responsibility for the group such as recruitment, new employee introduction, competence development, and salary setting.
-    Cooperation with internal, as well as external contacts. 

Do you fit the profile?

We believe that you have experience from leading people, preferability experience from a managerial position for at least 4 years, as well as strong business acumen, drive, and ambition with great negotiation skills. 
You have good communication skills in English and preferably experience in purchasing. Moreover, you have a commercial or technical university degree.
You are self-aware and thrive when leading through purpose. We want to see a strong desire to bring out the best in people. You are supporting an environment where diverse opinions count, where we collaborate cross-functionally to be early involved in the product development, make sure we launch flawless products, and continuously improve efficiency and quality in running
You are comfortable leading and inspiring even when things are not certain.

Who are you?

As a person, you are inspiring and have a purpose-based leadership with the mindset that everything is possible. You have a high interest in individual development with the ambition to develop the employees’ mindset and behavior. Furthermore, you have social strength and strive to improve cooperation with key stakeholders. We believe that you have analytical and strategic abilities with a strong achievement orientation.
You are an honest person with integrity and are a strong team player. 

How to learn more and to apply

Does this sound like your next challenge? 
Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below 
We want your application on May 6th, 2022, but selection will be running continuously.

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Senior Director, Bastian Thomas at bastian.thomas@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior recruiter Maria Westermark at maria.westermark@volvocars.com

Please note due to GDPR we only accept applications via our Recruitment Tool.

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