Volvo
Location
Francia | Spain
Job description
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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.
At GTP you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will:
As our Segment Leader for Packaging Material, you will secure that the global segment strategy (segment business plan) is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers. You will collaborate with local, regional and global counterparts as well as internal stakeholders in order to get the best possible results for Volvo in terms of Quality, Delivery, Cost, Features, Technology while ensuring Volvo’s long-term Sustainability and managing Risks (QDCFTSR).
You will drive the transformation of your segments in the areas of sustainability, digitalization, partnership and new business models. You will be supporting our operations with the gradual switch to electric vehicles
You will also :
• Lead the global network of commodity buyers, securing synergies & best practice sharing. Actively participate in the strategic line activities
• Develop the segment business plan (strategy) and action plan together with the buyers, as well as key stakeholders to support Volvo’s strategic objectives. You will ensure cross functional alignment
• Lead Global segment negotiations
• Support Commodity buyers as escalation in negotiations, supplier issues for global segments
• Interact as key contact with the Global stakeholders and secure early involvement of GTP in projects
• Execute local/regional/global sourcing activities within the segment to the defined project timelines and approved sourcing strategies. Carry out global/regional contract negotiations and management
• Contribute to regional and global KPI target fulfillment.
• Identify and drive synergies with other Business Areas when relevant and share best practices within the Volvo Group
• Bring together innovations for your segments
• Be in charge of segment administration
To summarize: this is a dynamic and challenging role in which you will have the opportunity to experience personal growth and development of your skills!
Your future team
Our team specializes in Packaging & Industrial Consumables and we are 10 people located in Sweden and France.
You will be based in Lyon, France or Gothenburg, Sweden and you will work with our plants and central distribution centers in : Gent, Tuve, Skövde, Bourg, Blainville etc… but also with the Volvo Group Brands for their aftermarket needs.
As a Segment Leader, you will interact with all the regions (Europe/US/Brazil/Asia etc…). Therefore, this role requires some occasional travels to mentioned locations and to some of our suppliers.
To become our next Segment Leader, we believe you have these qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Science, Engineering or Business Administration
• Solid purchasing experience
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Business and service oriented
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills and strong interest to develop good relationships with stakeholders and team
• Positive mindset with high energy and thinking out of the box
• Motivated by change management and ability to drive change
• International experience is meriting
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
-Diversity which is important for us, we therefore put a lot of time and effort into creating an open and inclusive environment for all,
-We are goal oriented and business focused people who believe that the best results are achieved while having fun and when we challenge each other,
-We offer unique opportunities where you can accelerate your career through competence development and connect with people who are truly passionate for purchasing.
Join us and work where the action is!
Doesn’t this sound like an amazing opportunity? We are confident that you will fit right in!
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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.
Group Trucks Purchasing has 125 BSEK in purchasing annual spend and 2,550 supply chain partners in serial production. We deliver the best possible products and service that bring value to our customers through scouting and working with high performing supply chain partners. We support Volvo Group's mission ‘Driving prosperity through transport solutions' through sustainability, business ethics and innovation. Joining us means working in a global context with 1,400 colleagues from diverse backgrounds and different nationalities across 25 countries while contributing to the core business and results of Volvo Group.
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