2133 SENIOR BUYER (32529)

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent working experience);
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• Strong experience in strategic purchasing (e.g. end-to-end supplier relationship management, sourcing, negotiations, contracts) experience, or related internal experience referenced above;
• Experience within the heavy manufacturing industry;
• Proven negotiation and communication skills;
• Strong business acumen, agile in way of working.

Activities:
• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance, enhanced product quality, innovative technology, and maximum value;
• Drive negotiations and executive agreements with suppliers within the Tanks, Tubes & Structural Parts segment;
• Contribute to segment business plan and be an active member in the global network of Buyers;
• Collaborate with other members of the global supply chain to successfully develop and execute global supply chain and technology strategies;
• Use Volvo Production System (VPS) toolbox to drive efficiency across the supply chain;
• Drive all relevant activities to deliver on Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Features targets (QDCF);
• Monitor, identify, and mitigate risks in cooperation with the Supply Network Quality (SNQ) team;
• Monitor and analyze supplier capacity to proactively eliminate potential plant impacts and aftermarket part shortages;
• Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility;
• Manage and negotiate product/processes changes during production and post-production phases;
• Perform daily purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics, and financial flows to the suppliers.