Head of Connectivity Purchasing

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.
About Us
We are proud to be on an exciting journey where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, committed to our long-term targets:
100% fossil-free, 100% safe, and 100% more productive.
By leading the Connectivity Purchasing department, you will address the growing requirements of this transformation journey.
This commodity is not only one of the biggest spend scopes in Group Truck Purchasing but is also a direct contributor to our brand values and to our end-customers.
The Connectivity scope covers on-board connectivity, audio and entertainment, embedded software, and apps.
This is an extremely dynamic environment, with fast-moving technologies, new players arising every day, and new customer demands.
We strive to be at the forefront of these technologies, and purchasing needs to be on top of this game by scouting and selecting the right partners, capturing innovation, and driving strong relationships and performance to bring value to our customers.
Role Overview:

Even though we operate in a business-to-business environment, it is the people who make the difference.
It is important that you are a trusted leader and that you spread passion when developing your team and your business.
The team consists of approximately thirteen buyers of various nationalities located in France and Sweden.
We hope you love to actively contribute to your team members' development, both professionally and personally.
Talking about being good at building relationships, in addition to the relationship with the team, it is essential to be able to build and maintain trustful and healthy high-level supplier relationships, including many top automotive companies in the world.
With well-functioning interactions, we believe that we can better support our business and develop sustainable long-term relationships with our supply chain partners.
As Head of Connectivity Purchasing, you will have responsibility for the strategic leadership of your commodity globally and operational responsibility for Europe.
If you love to work as a leader in a multicultural context with a high pace and enjoy cooperating with various functions, you will excel at this job!
What You Will Do

Act as a trusted leader and coach your organization across multiple sites.
With an ownership mentality, build an effective team with common objectives and high team spirit.
Be proactive and handle ambiguities - we move too fast to be reactive.
Influence continuous improvement and our learning culture.
Speak up, influence, and drive transformation to create positive change.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and other group functions to drive business results.

Ticket to ride

You love people - you are an inspiring leader that embraces diversity and builds effective teams.
You love business - you are able to build and maintain trustful and healthy supply partner relationships.
You are able to deal with the issues that arise when navigating in unknown terrain.
You communicate so everyone understands what you're trying to say.

Ready for the next move?
Let's shape the world we want to live in.
We have fun, we bring value, and we work hard every day.
Do you want to contribute to that atmosphere?
Apply now! Last application day is January 31st.
Who we are and what we believe inOur 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.
'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 passion for innovation, sustainability, 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 customers, society, and the Volvo Group.'
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school, and roads and buildings can be constructed.
Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility, and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning.
Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care, and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
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