Senior Commodity Cost Controller & Data Analyst

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.

This is us, your new colleagues

We are part of Business Controlling at Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing. We develop and deploy raw material market expertise, tools, methods, and governance. These enable the Volvo Group to secure and enhance its Commodity (Raw Material & Energy) cost-related performance and thus provide a competitive advantage to its brands.

Our team is globally spread across Asia, Europe, and the Americas and is considered a center of excellence on commodity markets. Our expertise is used to support the Volvo Group Purchasing organization, and to ensure Volvo Group’s competitiveness and eventually our customers’ success. Working together in a global team is a great opportunity for cross-cultural experiences.

What You Will Be Doing

We are looking for a person to join our team as a Senior Commodity Cost Controller & Data Analyst. This position is to be the knowledge center on how movements in the commodity markets translate to movements in our purchase costs. You will report to the Head of Raw Material Business Control Group Trucks Purchasing, and will be based out of either Greensboro NC (preference), Gothenburg Sweden, Lyon France, or Curitiba Brazil.

As a Senior Commodity Cost Controller & Data Analyst, you will:
 

·  Provide insightful, data-driven analysis in the monthly closing routines to support raw material cost control and performance tracking
·  Lead the work related to the annual business plan and estimate processes, in close collaboration with the extended team in material cost controlling
·  Be the primary speaking partner globally within business controlling on raw material cost controlling/reporting
·  Lead and support finance transformation by effectively working with digitalization
·  Connect and transform complex data sources to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and availability
·  Collaborate across functions and regions to promote best practices in digitalization and business intelligence
·  Ensure timely and relevant business insights through advanced data modelling and visualization

Who are you?

A person who is able to look at the bigger picture, as well as work into the details. To be successful in this position you need to have solid business acumen together with cross-functional networking agility. Teamwork, collaboration, communication, and cross-cultural sensitivity are keys to succeed. As we are a global and diverse team, all of our meetings and emails will be in English, therefore you need to be fluent in both speaking and writing in English.

Required:
 

·  University degree focused in areas of Finance, Data Science, Engineering, Economics, or Statistics
·  Proficiency in areas including Microsoft Power Platform (e.g. Power BI, Power Automate, Dataverse), Microsoft 365 (e.g. SharePoint, Lists, Forms, Excel), Power Query, M language, DAX, and VBA
·  Skilled in performance monitoring using KPI’s, dashboards, and other key business metrics, and capable of translating financial insights into strategic actions
·  Demonstrated experience in leading and implementing digitalization and automation projects, preferably with a focus on Finance and Controlling functions 

 

Desired:
 

·  Knowledge in SQL, Python, API integration, SAP Business Objects 

Are we a perfect match? We believe that it is the right mindset that will make the difference rather than ticking all the boxes. We are looking for a person who understands that the key to success is curiosity. We can’t promise you an effortless job, but what we can promise you are skilled colleagues and truly exciting challenges to work with. You will work in a global environment that provides you with developmental opportunities both professionally and personally. We at Volvo Group want you to prosper and be happy, because when you succeed, we succeed. Together we drive prosperity. We are eager to learn from you and you will get fantastic opportunities to learn and develop with us.

Compensation / Benefits

Offering will be country specific depending on where the position will be based. The below information is specific to the Greensboro, NC location.

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:
 

·  An inclusive organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being
·  Volvo Group University for professional and personal development
·  A global organization with expansive career growth opportunities
·  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!

 

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.

 

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:  Finance

Organization:  Group Trucks Purchasing

Travel Required:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  20531