Uptime Buyer

Volvo Group

$72K — $89K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of strategic purchasing experience including contracts and supplier negotiations
  • Manufacturing industry experience
  • Proven negotiation skills
  • Strong business acumen and adaptability
  • Desire to collaborate towards a common goal
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain performance and product quality
  • Negotiate and finalize agreements with suppliers in the Cab Interior & Exterior segment
  • Contribute actively to the segment business plan and collaborate globally with buyers
  • Collaborate with the supply chain team to execute global supply chain strategies
  • Drive efficiency across the supply chain using the Volvo Production System toolbox
  • Manage activities to meet QDCFTSR targets
  • Identify and mitigate risks working with the Supply Network Quality team
  • Forecast cost changes related to product responsibility
  • Negotiate changes during and post-production phases

Benefits

  • Work with a team of innovators in a fast-paced environment
  • Be part of a global team committed to sustainability and innovation
  • Culture that encourages lifelong learning
  • Engage with diverse supply partners to shape a sustainable future
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Matching retirement savings plans
  • Focus on health and well-being in the workplace
  • Support for work-life balance challenges
Full Job Description
What you will do

This Commodity Buyer is accountable for the Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) of suppliers within the Cab Interior & Exterior segment (e.g. hoods, cabinets, roofs,seats, fire extinguishers, etc.). You will be responsible for making sure that the segment business plan isimplemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSRperformance by using the tools and purchasing/cross-functional network during production and after productionfor Revenue segments.

This position will be based out of Greensboro, NC and will report to the Head of Uptime Purchasing North America.

Responsibilities will include:
  • Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance, enhancedproduct quality, innovative technology, and maximum value
  • Drive negotiations and executive agreements with suppliers within the Cab Interior & Exterior segment
  • Contribute to segment business plan & be an active member in the global network of Buyers
  • Collaborate with other members of the global supply chain to successfully develop and execute globalsupply 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, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, and RiskManagement targets (QDCFTSR)
  • Monitor, identify, and mitigate risks in cooperation with the Supply Network Quality (SNQ) team
  • Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility
  • Manage and negotiate product/processes changes during production phase and after production phase forRevenue segments


Who are you?

  • 3+ years of strategic purchasing experience (e.g. contracts, supplier negotiations, sourcing, etc.)
  • Experience within the manufacturing industry
  • Proven negotiation skills
  • Strong business acumen, agile in way of working
  • Desire to work in a collaborative team towards a common purpose
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field, or equivalent working experience


What's in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

  • Working alongside a team of changemakers that thrive in a fast-paced and exciting business environment.
  • A truly global team with real passion for innovation, sustainability, and people.
  • A company where lifelong learningis an essential part of our culture.
  • Opportunity to work with our diverse ecosystem of supply partners,shaping the world we want to live in and delivering value to our customers, society, and the Volvo Group.


At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $72,590.00 - $89,670.00 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today's challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

Job Category: Purchasing

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Requisition ID: 35422

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