VIE PROJECT BUYER HF

Job description

Do you want to contribute to the transformation happening within the automotive industry? Do you like doing business? Happy when negotiating? Enjoy working in a diverse and dynamic global organization? If you answer yes to the above questions then you may be the right person for the Project Buyer position within theConnectivity and Infotainment team in Volvo Group Purchasing.
If selected you will be responsible for the sourcing and project activities within a defined scope. You will work closely with your colleagues in the project and commodity team and work to secure the future supplier base of the Volvo Group.
The Connectivity and Infotainment team consists of 11 strong professionals and are accountable for all the operational and project activities within Europe and lead the strategic activities within the electrical commodities globally. Within Connectivity and Infotainment we have structured the work around 4 main commodities; Connectivity, HMI, Infotainment and Softwares. As project buyer you will work with one or more of these commodities.
Group Trucks Purchasing is a passionate team of around 1300 people located on all continents. We provide competitive advantages to the Volvo Group by selecting high performing suppliers to deliver the best possible products and services that add real business value for the truck brands of the Volvo Group.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Develop the Sourcing plan for components & systems according to cross functional time plans
- Manage Sourcing activities in project phase
- Drive the supplier selection process
- Secure that supplier selection is in line with expectations (quality, cost, sustainability etc.)
- Secure the outcome of the Sourcing in a contractual package
- Monitor, identify and mitigate risks in the Project phase
- Ensure that the supplier and its supply chain is prepared for production
QUALIFICATIONS
- University degree, preferably in engineering or business
- Purchasing experience, preferably in automotive
- Fully fluent in English
- Computer literate
ARE WE A PERFECT MATCH?
We believe you are a supportive team player and are comfortable working with different cultures and people in a global context.
You also have the ability to take ownership of various tasks and possess strong problem solving skills in combination with analytical mindset. We also think that you are result oriented and like doing business.
We can offer you a dynamic, interesting and challenging job where you will be able to personally grow and develop your skills.