Head of Chassis Vehicle Dynamics & 3rd Party Manufacturing Purchasing North America (Manager)

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. 

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 real passion for innovation, sustainability, and 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 our customers, society, and the Volvo Group.

Our Offer To You

Are you engaged in everything you do and desire to go that extra mile? If yes – then Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing (GTP) is the right place for you. GTP provides competitive advantages to the Volvo Group by selecting high performing suppliers to deliver the best possible products & services with the right quality output that add real business value for our customers.

GTP is located in 52 sites around the world, has 1,300 employees and a yearly spend of 120 BSEK (approx. $14B USD). We have 2,550 suppliers in serial production that delivers 1.9 billion parts to Volvo Group Truck plants annually. We are a global team working with pride, breaking new ground, capturing the latest innovations, as well as supporting the brands and safeguarding Volvo Group synergies. We work together with speed and agility, in close collaboration with, and a strong mandate towards our suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Vehicle North America is the team in charge of the supplier base that delivers Cab, Rubber, and Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics components to build our Volvo and Mack trucks in North America. We own the responsibilities for these segments along the purchasing process (sourcing / projects / operations / risk mitigation / revenue service parts) and work in a strong collaboration with our Global Vehicle strategic line. The team is responsible to drive end to end Purchasing activities, while securing QDCFTSR (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management) targets.

We currently have an opening for a Manager Level position for the scope of Chassis Vehicle Dynamics (CVD) & 3rd Party Manufacturing (3PM) in North America (Brakes, Suspension, Steering, Wheels, Tires, Wheel Ends, and 3rd Party Manufacturing). This area is under a significant transformation in North America due to supporting all new projects in this region with the ambition to raise the bar for our Brands on all aspects of the QDCFTSR. This includes scouting and selecting new partners worldwide, capturing innovation that will bring value to our customers, and developing new ways of working both with partners and with our internal stakeholders. You will report to the Director of Vehicle Purchasing, North America, and will be based out of Greensboro, NC.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Head of CVD & 3PM Purchasing North America, you are responsible for strategic and operational activities within your area of scope pertaining to your region by implementing global methods. You are responsible to drive/manage day-to-day business and performance of your team of project and commodity buyers from a QDCFTSR standpoint. Your scope will include, but will not be limited to, managing supplier relationship, cross-functional collaboration, contributing to supplier negotiations, securing supplier capacity, mitigating impacts to our manufacturing facilities, and developing/implementing global segment strategies.

Your mission is to build a strong, cohesive team of purchasing specialists who drive business excellence and implement impactful changes in a dynamic and challenging industry. Success will require agility, a global mindset with local execution, and a deep appreciation for cross-functional collaboration in a global environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:
 

·  Be a member of the Vehicle – North America Purchasing Leadership team and be an active contributor to the team’s development
·  Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing team of purchasing professionals (commodity and project buyers)
·  Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to ensure cost-effective procurement while meeting quality and sustainability objectives
·  Provide coaching, mentoring and professional development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and support career growth
·  Build team cohesion and alignment with organizational goals by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievements
·  Lead the team to drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, sourcing, supplier development, and market analysis
·  Identify and mitigate risks to secure a resilient supply network
·  Manage purchasing QDCFTSR deliverables to support the regional and global business objectives
·  For assigned responsibilities and commodities, ensure the efficient development and timely delivery of all project sourcing strategies and commodity plans
·  Contribute to the development and execution of segment strategies, while managing supplier selection, relationships, partnerships, and negotiations. Take responsibility for managing the budget and controlling operating expenses.
·  Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures
·  Collaborate with the global management team to ensure alignment on segment strategies and commodities
·  Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supplier quality, operations, logistics, both brands Volvo/Mack, and project management teams to align purchasing activities with project timelines
·  Contribute to the development of the department’s purchasing business plan

What We Are Looking For

·  6+ years of strategic purchasing experience
·  2+ years of people leadership experience, either as a direct manager or as a leader of a cross-functional team
·  Automotive OEM or Tier 1 Supplier industry preferred, otherwise some form of heavy manufacturing
·  Strong professionalism, communication, and organizational skills, as this role involves managing high-profile / high-value suppliers
·  Ability to execute in a global matrix organization
·  Ability to analyze difficult situations, and acting quickly and directly
·  Works well with cross-functional stakeholders on risks, with opportunities and alternative solutions in mind
·  Promotion of diversity and fostering opportunities for personal/professional development
·  Able to build an effective team with a common objective, strong morale and spirit
·  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering/Technology, Business Administration, or equivalent working experience
·  Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status

Compensation/Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to:
 

·  Competitive base salary
·  Annual company bonus
·  Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others
·  401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution
·  Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holiday days, community volunteering hours
·  Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday living easier, including a cafeteria, fitness center, health services, and more

In addition to the above, you will also enjoy:
 

·  A culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all
·  An organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being
·  Volvo Group University for professional and personal development
·  A global organization with expansive career growth opportunities
·  A flexible work environment
·  Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration
·  Multiple automotive electric charging stations
·  Bike racks, walking paths, multiple locations for outdoor dining/seating
·  Employee discounts and perks
·  Would you like to learn more? Please visit volvogroup.com/en/careers.html to explore further!

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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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

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:  16515