What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer- Direct Material position at Volvo Cars?
Imagine the mobility of tomorrow
Picture yourself in an exciting industry where the future revolves around leading-edge electrified and self-driving cars seamlessly integrated into people's daily lives. But how can we create this future in a way that is both safe and sustainable? This is just one of the inspiring questions we're working to solve here at Volvo Cars. Join us and watch your ideas shape the future of mobility.
Let's introduce ourselves
The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of material for advanced projects, new projects and running production for Volvo Car’s factory in Ridgeville, SC. This position will have the responsibility to buy all localized parts as well as to challenge existing part/tooling setup for imported material.
Key deliverables include driving the right supplier quality, cost and timing for new vehicle programs, cost efficiency, managing supply base, risk management and commodity strategies etc. We work closely with Europe and China Purchasing, R&D, manufacturing, quality and other stakeholders. The purchasing department work is conducted in one global process and governance.
What You'll Do
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Let's Talk Benefits
Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.
Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Please submit your application through our career page. Due to GDPR regulations, we’re unable to store or consider applications from other platforms. Make sure to submit your application in English.
Once your application is successfully submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. We’re excited to get to know you!
Volvo Cars – driving change together
Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse and inclusive working environment. Today, we’re one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, so you can reach your fullest potential.
And it’s so exciting – we’re well on our way on our journey towards full electrification. We have five fully electric cars already on the market, and five more on the way. Our fully-electric and plug-in hybrid cars combined make up almost 50 per cent of our sales. So come and join us in shaping the future of mobility. There’s never been a more rewarding time to play your part in our inspiring and creative teams!
Curious about Life at Volvo Cars? Read more
Curious about our story? Read more
Picture yourself in an exciting industry where the future revolves around leading-edge electrified and self-driving cars seamlessly integrated into people's daily lives. But how can we create this future in a way that is both safe and sustainable? This is just one of the inspiring questions we're working to solve here at Volvo Cars. Join us and watch your ideas shape the future of mobility.
Let's introduce ourselves
The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of material for advanced projects, new projects and running production for Volvo Car’s factory in Ridgeville, SC. This position will have the responsibility to buy all localized parts as well as to challenge existing part/tooling setup for imported material.
Key deliverables include driving the right supplier quality, cost and timing for new vehicle programs, cost efficiency, managing supply base, risk management and commodity strategies etc. We work closely with Europe and China Purchasing, R&D, manufacturing, quality and other stakeholders. The purchasing department work is conducted in one global process and governance.
What You'll Do
- Map, evaluate and establish US supply base regarding relevant commodities for localization in close cooperation with Europe and China organizations through Global councils.
- Setup agreements and source for local and global content.
- Drive localization business case investigations and execution.
- Lead negotiations at an optimal cost level.
- Serve as the main contact for all commercial issues towards the suppliers.
- Issue RFQ, Purchase Order and running changes.
- Act on design changes within the projects.
- Participate in the global category meetings, discussing strategy and projects to align with the Global Purchasing Team.
- Establish understanding of the VCC sourcing process and IT systems.
- Lead cost savings initiatives from idea generation through implementation
- Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field or equivalent experience.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Computer skills (MS Office and especially Excel)
- In depth knowledge of the automotive industry, suppliers and related systems and processes
- 3 years experience in manufacturing procurement
- Experience in automotive components preferred
- Strong negotiation skills and continuously looking for commercial opportunities.
- Understand the purchasing elements and optimize the business in the best interest of the company.
- Strong cooperation and communication skills to create challenge with respect both, internally and externally.
- Structured way of thinking with an ability to handle many issues/projects in parallel.
- Positive mindset.
- Ability to independently drive and complete tasks
- Strategic understanding and thinking
- Analytical skills, Results-oriented.
- Honest person with integrity
- Strong understanding of the cost drivers for assigned products/categories.
- Solid understanding of regional market for assigned products/categories
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Let's Talk Benefits
Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.
Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Please submit your application through our career page. Due to GDPR regulations, we’re unable to store or consider applications from other platforms. Make sure to submit your application in English.
Once your application is successfully submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. We’re excited to get to know you!
Volvo Cars – driving change together
Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse and inclusive working environment. Today, we’re one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, so you can reach your fullest potential.
And it’s so exciting – we’re well on our way on our journey towards full electrification. We have five fully electric cars already on the market, and five more on the way. Our fully-electric and plug-in hybrid cars combined make up almost 50 per cent of our sales. So come and join us in shaping the future of mobility. There’s never been a more rewarding time to play your part in our inspiring and creative teams!
Curious about Life at Volvo Cars? Read more
Curious about our story? Read more
