ACHETEUR HF

Job description

Group Trucks Purchasing, is a passionate team of approximately 1200 people located on all continents globally, provides competitive advantages to the Volvo Group by selecting high performing suppliers to deliver the best possible products and services that add real business value.
Within Volvo GTP and Vehicle department we believe that people are its driving force, fostering a culture of energy, passion and respect for the individual.
We now have an opening for a Buyer position within the Metal Team looking for people with a great business acumen that will help us drive our business forward and shape the future of the department.
Mission
As a Buyer, you will be accountable for the QDCFTSR* of the supplier base on your segments. You will be responsible to make sure that the segment strategy is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance and by using the tools and purchasing/cross functional network.
*QDCFTSR: Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management
Core Responsibilities
- Negotiate and execute agreements with suppliers
- Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility
- Work with the Segment Leader to build roadmap & strategies
- Drive supply chain delivery and optimization
- Actively anticipate risks by scanning your portfolio and build action plan together with SQ&D, Finance, Manufacturing and all concerned teams
- Manage and negotiate product/processes changes
- Drive all relevant activities to deliver on QDCFTSR targets during production phase and after production phase for Revenue Parts
- Perform daily purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics and financial flows to the suppliers
- Perform hand-over to Uptime buyer when parts are phased out of production
You will join a passionate team, creating business value in an open and multicultural, dynamic environment. We value team players, with energy and creativity, who are willing to drive change and strive for the best in order to deliver results.
Required knowledge/experience
- Master of Science or Business Administration
- Business acumen
- Financial analysis
- Purchasing and negotiation
- Curious to see the big picture while able to analyze details
- Motivated by change management and ability to drive change
- Excellent spoken and written English
Are we a perfect match?
You will be part of a dynamic team which is highly prioritizing collaboration and positive attitude. The portfolio is challenging from a supplier relationship perspective and you are expected to work on establishing and improving our relationship with our supplier base and build long term strategies. We believe you are a team player that is comfortable working cross functionally. You like doing business and you are result oriented. You need to take ownership of the deliverables and be accountable for the results within your specific segments.
Personal development is a priority for us so we will offer you a dynamic and interesting job where you can further grow and develop your skills.