Commodity Buyer
Bangalore, IN, 562122
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.
What you will do
Are you a curious changemaker who thrives in a fast-paced, global and complex environment? Does the opportunity to make an impact excite you, and are you looking for a career where you grow and learn every day? At Volvo Group Purchasing we shape the world we want to live in, by leveraging our ecosystem of supply network partners to drive prosperity.
Innovation, sustainability, diversity, competitiveness, resiliency, new business models, and digitalization are all key drivers in how we select partners, partners that have the same value based and people centric view of the world as we do here at Volvo Group.
Together we deliver business value to our customers and the Volvo Group.
We are looking for talent with passion, commitment and big ideas who want to make a difference. Sounds like you? Join our team!
The Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization (PS&D) function within Volvo Group Purchasing (GTP) is a Centre of Excellence. We are responsible for driving and facilitating the strategic direction of purchasing on behalf of Executive Management Team.
PS&D are, together with relevant line functions, driving efficiency within digitalization, governance, harmonization, group synergies, continuous improvements, and digital & IT projects to enable business value. We work proactively with change management and transformation in collaboration with GTP line functions.
Head of Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization is also hosting Volvo Group Purchasing India organization on behalf of CPO of Volvo Group & Head of GTP.
Who are you?
If you have a burning desire to be a part of developing and setting the course for our society’s future efficient and sustainable transport solutions together with us.… this is the right place to be!
You are passionate, value-driven, and have a keen eye for details to work on transformation in the purchasing area.
You work with a passionate team of purchasing professionals having a good understanding of the dynamic environment with fast-moving technology, new business models, varying demands from customers, and a full focus on quality, safety, and sustainability among others.
As a Buyer, you are accountable for the QDCFTSR (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, Risk Management) of the supplier base on your segments. You are responsible to make sure that the segment business plan is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance by using the tools, methodologies, and purchasing/cross-functional network.
Location: Bangalore, India
Who are you?
Main Responsibilities
• Responsible to make sure that the segment strategy is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance by using the tools and purchasing/cross functional network.
• Actively participate in the development of the global and regional Segment Business Plan
• To secure the outcome of sourcing in a contractual way,all contracts are approved and signed
• Ensure valid agreements with all suppliers in production and extend contracts on time before expiry through Deep dive methodologies to ensure right QDCFTSR with existing suppliers
• Challenge, Negotiate, & Report changes after contract/PO signature and ensure fulfilment of project targets.
• Secure Suppliers understand and comply to Volvo requirements/expectations and procedures
• Perform updates of Supplier classification or categorization
• Perform updates of Payment Terms, Currency Terms etc. in line with Group Policies
• Drive and secure KPI target fulfilment Ex: Lead and Drive cost reduction activities with suppliers & stakeholders to meet all commercial targets
• Act as a Supplier Host & Drive Regional/Local Stakeholder Network
• PR to PO processing: Scope understanding & alignment with stake holders , negotiations with suppliers etc..
• Manage business, projects & operation review meetings with suppliers and stakeholders
• Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility
• New Parma / Vendor creations after due diligence & supplier evaluation.
• Drive improvements like catalogues or automation
• Drive, Scout and implement transformation topics ex: new business models, new technologies, sustainability, and digitalization etc.
Competencies needed
Competence & Experience
• BE/B.Tech in Mech /Industrial Engg/Automobile Engineering or relevant supply chain degree
• Min 5 Years of experience within Indirect purchasing
• Experience in indirect purchase mainly HR services , MICE , Consumables, oils , chemicals etc..
• Continuous Improvement, Excellence, innovative & Solution mindset
• Knowledge in Strategic sourcing and supplier development
• Knowledge in project management.
• Market knowledge and industry connect
• Negotiation skills.
• Self-confidence, self-driven, energetic, and positive attitude
• Structured approach and Stakeholder management
• Teamwork & Cross functional Collaboration
• Data Management & Analytical Skills
• Communication, presentation, and interaction skills
• Ability to handle things independently & be a leader
• Proactive and team player
• Knowledge on country contractual regulations (legal statutory) & financial analysis
For more information, please contact– arun.maddila@volvo.com
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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.