D&IT Buyer

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

What you will do

Shaping the future of transport.

We are looking for a D&IT Buyer to our Business Applications purchasing team in Digital & IT Purchasing where you will be in the forefront enabling the shift to the latest technologies in this domain.

This is us:

Services, Digital and Investment Purchasing is a global organization within Volvo GTP representing a yearly purchased spend of some 55 BSEK. The team is responsible for Investments, Digital & IT, Professional Service & Travel, Product & Operation Services across Volvo Group.

 

We are now looking for a colleague who will be part of the Business Applications team within the Digital & IT Purchasing department, who would like to join our dynamic and goal oriented team.

In this position you will report to the Head of Business Applications Purchasing.

Who are you?

Main Responsibilities:

·  Be part of and support cross-functional teams to implement segment strategy in a global matrix organization.
·  Supporting our stakeholders in sourcing and contracting of services and products
·  Aligning business needs with Segment Business Plan (Category Strategy) and challenging demand when relevant to question status quo or decided routes with stakeholders and work proactively to build better understanding and work towards common solutions.
·  Constantly seeking opportunities to simplify processes, create value and work in a more efficient way
·  Handling both contractual and commercial negotiations
·  Owning and managing Key Suppliers relationships

 

Competences & Experiences:

Since we don’t know you yet, we might not have everything right about your background and experience. But we do know that we need someone with the ability to drive change. The most important thing for us is that you have:

·  University degree in Engineering / Technology / IT / Economics / Management or Business Administration
·  Proven track record of understanding future technology and business trends to translate them into a purchasing strategy
·  Previous similar experience in an international purchasing organization, technology sales account management or management consulting.
·  High level of integrity and trust and ability to influence at all levels of the organization
·  Good interpersonal skills and the ability to provide direct & actionable feedback
·  Ability to handle ambiguities and hold things together during tough times
·  Fluency in English, any other language is a merit
·  Ability to execute in a global matrix organization
 

 

What’s in it for you?

Sure, we have all the basics in place like pension and insurance, wellness allowance and a competitive salary. Those are just a few of the reasons you choose us… You want to work with us because you will:

·  Be a part of a global and diverse team, with purchasing teammates in different continents.
·  Be a part of shaping the world into a more sustainably future.
·  Be a part of a fun working culture with high pace where it does not get boring.
·  Be part of creating innovative ways to do business for the future
·  Have endless opportunities to grow within the Volvo Group in pursuing your future career dreams.

 

Ready for the next move?

If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.

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Last application day is May 6th 2025. 
For more information Contact Hiring Manager Daniel Christiansson

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

“Volvo Group Purchasing is a team of changemakers that thrive in a fast-paced and exciting business environment. We are a truly global team with passion for innovation, sustainability, people, and where lifelong learning is an essential part of our culture. With our ecosystem of supply partners, we shape the world we want to live in and deliver value to customers, society, and the Volvo Group”.

Job Category:  Purchasing

Organization:  Group Trucks Purchasing

Travel Required:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  20238