Manager of Sealing & Fluid Management Purchasing

What you will do

As Head of Sealing and Fluid Management Purchasing North America, you are responsible for strategic and operational activities within your area of scope by implementing global methods within your region. You will drive and manage day-to-day business and performance of your team of Project and Commodity Buyers from a QDCF standpoint.

Your scope will include managing supplier relationships, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to supplier negotiation and global segment strategies across all lighting technologies, glass, door-wiper mechanical systems, and exterior plastic components. 

Your target? To build a strong, cohesive team of purchasing specialists, drive business excellence, and execute the required change in an industry full of exciting challenges. You will need to be agile, think globally, act locally, and appreciate cross-functional collaboration and global setups.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Buyers, actively partnering to shape and advance their development
• Manage purchasing QDCF deliverables to support the regional and global business objectives for assigned responsibilities and commodities, ensuring all project sourcing and commodity plans are developed and delivered in a timely manner
• Provide input to and execute segment strategies, and manage supplier selection, relationships, partnerships, and negotiations
• Be a member of the Vehicle – North America Purchasing extended leadership team and actively contribute to its development
• Maintain accountability for budget and operating expenses
• Ensure collaboration with managers within the respective segments and regions
• Manage cross-functional interactions with Engineering in development of technical roadmaps, and appoint supplier hosts within your area
• Provide input to department purchasing business plan, with a focus on continuous improvement and sustainability
• Act as a liaison between regions, business units, and other departments that are directly or indirectly related to your segment/commodity
• Work in accordance with Volvo processes, the Code of Conduct, and Volvo Values

Your future team

Volvo Group Purchasing is a team of changemakers that thrives in a fast-paced and exciting business environment. We are a truly global team with a real passion for innovation, sustainability, and people, and where lifelong learning is an essential part of our culture. With our ecosystem of supply partners, we shape the world we want to live in and deliver value to our customers, society, and the Volvo Group.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring: 

• Experience leading dynamic teams in a global matrix organization
• Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and a focus on digitalization
• Ability to analyze complex situations and act quickly and decisively
• Works well with cross-functional stakeholders, balancing risks, opportunities and alternative solutions
•  Ability to build an effective team with a common objective, strong morale, and team spirit

Required Experience / Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering/Technology, Business Administration, or similar, or equivalent working experience
• Backgrounf in heavy manufacturing OR engineering within the area of scope
• Direct experience in leading a team or function

Additional Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status

What’s in it for you?

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual company bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and additional benefits
• 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution
• Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holidays, and community volunteering hours
• Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday living easier, including a cafeteria, fitness center, health services, and more

In addition to the above, you will also enjoy:

• An inclusive organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being
• Volvo Group University for professional and personal development
• A global organization with extensive career growth opportunities
• Modern workspaces that enable agility and collaboration
• Multiple automotive electric charging stations
• Bike racks, walking paths, and multiple locations for outdoor dining/seating
• Employee discounts

Would you like to learn more? Please visit volvogroup.com/en/careers.html to explore further!