Let’s shape the future together
We’re shaping our business around people. While our cars embrace leading-edge technologies, we never employ technology for its own sake. Quite the opposite. Instead, our focus is on adapting technology to benefit people. This philosophy extends to the sales and customer experience we aim to deliver. Do you want to be a part of creating the exciting solutions of tomorrow’s mobility? Then look no further, join us.
What´s in it for you?
We are strengthening our Digital Procurement team and are looking for talented and experienced procurement professionals to join us. In Procurement, you're a vital member of our global team with the mission to develop and maintain a world-class supplier base. Your role is pivotal in securing materials and services at the optimal cost, quality, and technology levels, crucial for the company´s success.
You will be part of our Digital Global Category Team within Indirect Procurement organization at Volvo Cars, reporting to Global Procurement Manager for Digital. You will together with our stakeholders drive the digital transformation of our company by supplying the right digital capabilities that enables future ready digital landscape.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for passionate and dedicated procurement professionals with a solid experience within different areas. You have the possibility to join our cross-functional and international teams covering segments as per bellow:Software Licenses – Proven knowledge in managing complex software license negotiations. Both on a global enterprise level as well as with local and more niched players.Connectivity – Experience within the connectivity area, including connected vehicles and/or devices.Digital Services & Projects – Sourcing and managing of extensive Services contracts as well as Projects. Proven knowledge from different commercial- and delivery models including managed services, capacity and T&MHardware – Broad Hardware experience from larger PC contracts, Servers, High Performance and Validation Clusters. Knowledge and experience from different commercial models including leasing, and HW-as-a-Service.
In your scope of responsibility will be:
• Lead and support cross-functional sourcing projects within the category including preparation, execution, analysis, negotiation, supplier selection and contract management
• Proactively work with key business stakeholders to understand your product/service, its market, supply base and potential innovation to find ways to increase value for Volvo Cars - including cost, quality, and sustainability
• Develop and implement category and supplier strategies
• Create and maintain relations with suppliers and stakeholders
• Dare to question status quo or decided routes with stakeholders, suppliers, people; and work proactively to build better understanding and work towards common solutions
• Engagement in occasional global business travels
What you`ll bring
You will contribute effectively to our team by possessing the right mindset, ambition, and attitude. You thrive and succeed in environments where you are expected to take decisions, set direction and deliver even though the prerequisites are uncertain. Given the ongoing transformation, you are managing ambiguity and performing optimally in such conditions.
With your great collaborative efforts, you will enhance the experience for Volvo customers and our internal organization. You lead your procurement area with confidence and create collaborative relations with your suppliers and internal stakeholders.
You are embracing English as primary language in your written and verbal communication, and you feel comfortable in a global setting. Thriving in complex environments, you adeptly balance diverse interests without losing sight of delivery objectives. Your experience includes conducting business internationally with global suppliers, possessing strong business acumen and the ability to shift between short-term focus and long-term ambitions.
You will bring deep expertise in the IT/Digital area, which are ideally gained in an international setting involving supplier management and contractual matters.
Your familiarity with driving fact-based negotiations and discussions, coupled with substantial experience in IT/digital sourcing, procurement, and negotiations, sets you apart. You excel in creating structured plans, prioritizing effectively, and achieving goals.
Possessing a university degree or equivalent experience is mandatory, while automotive experience is advantageous. In essence, you bring a wealth of experience and skills to elevate our team's performance and contribute to our success.
Want to know more?
Location: Gothenburg/On-site
You can read more about us here.
We welcome you to apply in English by 30th of April the latest. Please apply through the provided link on our Career site. Applications submitted via email will not be retained or taken into consideration. Once you receive a confirmation email from the system, your application will be acknowledged and reviewed continuously. If you will be considered for one of these roles, we will reach out to you directly, otherwise we will save you in our talent pool for future opportunities. If you have any inquiries, please reach out to appointed recruiter Martina Damis at martina.damis@volvocars.com
Volvo Cars - Driving change together
Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, allowing you to reach your fullest potential.
By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, with 50 per cent being electric cars and sold directly to customers mainly through digital channels. Join us on this exciting journey as we pioneer the driving and electrification technologies of the future.
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