AB Volvo
Head of Energy, Innovation, & IT Purchasing North America
AB Volvo, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
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Head of Energy, Innovation, & IT Purchasing North America
Location: Greensboro, NC, US, 27409 Position Type: Professional Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure 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. Volvo Group Purchasing is a team of changemakers that thrive in a fast-paced and exciting business environment. We are a truly global team with real passion for innovation, sustainability, and people, and where lifelong learning is an essential part of our culture. Our Offer To You
Are you engaged in your work, professional in everything you do and prepared to go that extra mile? If yes, then the Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing (GTP) is the right place for you. GTP is located in 52 sites around the world, has 1,300 employees and a yearly spend of 120 BSEK. We are a global team working with pride and passion, capturing the latest innovations and knowing that we are empowered to transform and perform. What You Will Be Doing
As the Head of Energy, Innovation, & IT Purchasing North America, you are responsible for the project and operational activities within your area of scope and region, through: Improving contribution to service growth and revenue creation Strengthening focus on sustainability Increasing digitalization and automation Securing a resilient supply network You will lead a team of commodity buyers in your area of scope, manage supplier relationships, collaborate cross-functionally, lead/contribute to supplier negotiations, and contribute to global segment strategies. Main responsibilities will include: Membership in the GTP SD&I North America Leadership team, and actively contribute to the development of the department Contribute on managing the overall supplier relationship by driving business reviews, and acting as a key negotiation player in the escalation process Secure cost targets and KPI fulfillment Drive department activities towards wanted position Give input to department purchasing business plan Secure needed communication with cross-functional teams Secure sustainable continuous improvements throughout your area and cross-functional teams Facilitate purchasing revenue creation by developing revenue streams from our supply network partners Secure supplier involvement in project activities Get approval in relevant governance decision body (Strategy and Sourcing committee) Sign agreements with suppliers according to Group authorization directives Manage Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) deliverables according to the contract Manage the development of your teams Responsible for budget and operating expenses Ensure collaboration with the other managers within the respective segment(s) What We Are Looking For
5+ years of successful experience within Purchasing in an international environment People leadership experience, either as a direct manager or as a leader of a cross-functional team Innovative mindset, team player, developed negotiator, excellent communication skills Knowledgeable in current and future business trends, technologies, and markets Able to handle uncertainty and the unexpected Able to execute in a global matrix organization University degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or similar We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Joining Volvo Group 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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Location: Greensboro, NC, US, 27409 Position Type: Professional Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure 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. Volvo Group Purchasing is a team of changemakers that thrive in a fast-paced and exciting business environment. We are a truly global team with real passion for innovation, sustainability, and people, and where lifelong learning is an essential part of our culture. Our Offer To You
Are you engaged in your work, professional in everything you do and prepared to go that extra mile? If yes, then the Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing (GTP) is the right place for you. GTP is located in 52 sites around the world, has 1,300 employees and a yearly spend of 120 BSEK. We are a global team working with pride and passion, capturing the latest innovations and knowing that we are empowered to transform and perform. What You Will Be Doing
As the Head of Energy, Innovation, & IT Purchasing North America, you are responsible for the project and operational activities within your area of scope and region, through: Improving contribution to service growth and revenue creation Strengthening focus on sustainability Increasing digitalization and automation Securing a resilient supply network You will lead a team of commodity buyers in your area of scope, manage supplier relationships, collaborate cross-functionally, lead/contribute to supplier negotiations, and contribute to global segment strategies. Main responsibilities will include: Membership in the GTP SD&I North America Leadership team, and actively contribute to the development of the department Contribute on managing the overall supplier relationship by driving business reviews, and acting as a key negotiation player in the escalation process Secure cost targets and KPI fulfillment Drive department activities towards wanted position Give input to department purchasing business plan Secure needed communication with cross-functional teams Secure sustainable continuous improvements throughout your area and cross-functional teams Facilitate purchasing revenue creation by developing revenue streams from our supply network partners Secure supplier involvement in project activities Get approval in relevant governance decision body (Strategy and Sourcing committee) Sign agreements with suppliers according to Group authorization directives Manage Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) deliverables according to the contract Manage the development of your teams Responsible for budget and operating expenses Ensure collaboration with the other managers within the respective segment(s) What We Are Looking For
5+ years of successful experience within Purchasing in an international environment People leadership experience, either as a direct manager or as a leader of a cross-functional team Innovative mindset, team player, developed negotiator, excellent communication skills Knowledgeable in current and future business trends, technologies, and markets Able to handle uncertainty and the unexpected Able to execute in a global matrix organization University degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or similar We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Joining Volvo Group 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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