AB Volvo
Head of Electrical Purchasing North America (Manager level)
AB Volvo, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Head of Electrical Purchasing North America (Manager level)
Location: Greensboro, NC, US, 27409 Position Type: Professional Who We Are
Group Trucks Purchasing is located in 52 sites around the world, has 1,300 employees and a yearly spend of 120 BSEK (~$11B USD). We have 2,550 suppliers in serial production that delivers 1.9 billion parts to Group Truck plants annually. We are a global team working with pride, breaking new grounds and capturing the latest innovations as well as supporting the brands and safeguarding Volvo Group synergies. We work together with speed and agility, in close collaboration and with a strong mandate towards our suppliers and internal stakeholders. Our team, Electromobility, Electronics, Electromechanics & Autonomous Purchasing North America, is a key contributor to deliver Volvo Group’s Mission with the increased complexity coming with the continued introduction of new technologies and customer features along with the acceleration of the electrification of our products. We enable this by securing Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) targets through Sourcing, Product Development, and Operations support of both serial production and service parts, with strong collaboration with our strategic counterparts located in Europe. We are also focused on the future success of Volvo Group through helping to accelerate technology and business innovations through partnerships in CampX by Volvo Group! What You Will Be Doing
As the Manager of Electrical Purchasing North America, you are responsible for strategic and operational activities within your area of scope pertaining to your region by implementing global methods. You are responsible to drive/manage day-to-day business and performance of your team of Project and Commodity Buyers from a QDCFTSR standpoint. Your scope will include, but will not be limited to, managing supplier relationships, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to supplier negotiation and global segment strategies. You will need to be agile, think globally, act locally, and appreciate cross-functional work and global setups! Your target? To build a strong, cohesive team of purchasing specialists, to drive business excellence, and execute the needed change in an industry full of exciting challenges! You will be based out of Greensboro, NC and report to the Director of Electromobility, Electronics, Electromechanics & Autonomous Purchasing, North America. Main responsibilities will include: Scope responsibility for Wire Harnesses, Power Cables, Fuse & Relay Centers, Batteries, Starters & Alternators segments Manage purchasing QDCFTSR deliverables in order to support the regional and global business objectives by aligning actions with both your regional Engineering peer and global Purchasing Strategic Line Ability to create a close interface with the Purchasing Strategic Line located in Europe to proactively address the North America business needs within the global strategy Own the Profit & Loss (P&L) for the assigned segments including leading supplier negotiations and discovering cost savings opportunities Ensure that assigned segments’ project sourcing and commodity plans are developed and delivered in a timely manner Provide input and execute the segment strategies and manage supplier selection/relationship/partnership and negotiation Hold responsibility for budget and operating expenses Be an active contributor to the team’s development Work in accordance with the Volvo processes, the Code of Conduct, and the Volvo Values Ensure collaboration with the other managers within the respective segments Manage cross-functional interactions with Engineering in development of technical roadmaps, appoint supplier hosts within his/her area Give input to department purchasing business plan, entertain continuous improvement and sustainability Who You Are
In our business-to-business environment we believe it is our people who make the difference. It is important that you are a trusted leader and that you radiate passion when developing your team and operating your business. We are looking for a leader that actively contributes to your team members’ development and performance while building a strong team spirit. We are looking for someone with: 6+ years of strategic purchasing experience (e.g. end-to-end supplier relationship management, sourcing, negotiations, contracts) Automotive, Powersports, or other heavy manufacturing industry experience People leadership experience for direct reports Developed presentation and communication skills Able to successfully navigate and influence in a global matrix organization Ability to handle ambiguity while providing structure and guidance to your team Ability to analyze difficult situations and act quickly and directly Works well with cross-functional stakeholder on crises/risks, with opportunities and alternative solutions in mind Able to manage diversity and offer opportunities for personal/professional development Able to build an effective team with a common objective and strong morale and team spirit Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent working experience To qualify, 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 We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to: Annual company bonus Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holiday days, 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 expansive career growth opportunities Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration Multiple automotive electric charging stations Bike racks, walking paths, multiple locations for outdoor dining/seating Would you like to learn more? Please visit volvogroup.com/en/careers.html to explore further! At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $129,000 - $159,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy: Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. Generous paid time off. Competitive matching retirement savings plans. Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first. Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University. Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. Who we are and what we believe in We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. “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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Location: Greensboro, NC, US, 27409 Position Type: Professional Who We Are
Group Trucks Purchasing is located in 52 sites around the world, has 1,300 employees and a yearly spend of 120 BSEK (~$11B USD). We have 2,550 suppliers in serial production that delivers 1.9 billion parts to Group Truck plants annually. We are a global team working with pride, breaking new grounds and capturing the latest innovations as well as supporting the brands and safeguarding Volvo Group synergies. We work together with speed and agility, in close collaboration and with a strong mandate towards our suppliers and internal stakeholders. Our team, Electromobility, Electronics, Electromechanics & Autonomous Purchasing North America, is a key contributor to deliver Volvo Group’s Mission with the increased complexity coming with the continued introduction of new technologies and customer features along with the acceleration of the electrification of our products. We enable this by securing Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) targets through Sourcing, Product Development, and Operations support of both serial production and service parts, with strong collaboration with our strategic counterparts located in Europe. We are also focused on the future success of Volvo Group through helping to accelerate technology and business innovations through partnerships in CampX by Volvo Group! What You Will Be Doing
As the Manager of Electrical Purchasing North America, you are responsible for strategic and operational activities within your area of scope pertaining to your region by implementing global methods. You are responsible to drive/manage day-to-day business and performance of your team of Project and Commodity Buyers from a QDCFTSR standpoint. Your scope will include, but will not be limited to, managing supplier relationships, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to supplier negotiation and global segment strategies. You will need to be agile, think globally, act locally, and appreciate cross-functional work and global setups! Your target? To build a strong, cohesive team of purchasing specialists, to drive business excellence, and execute the needed change in an industry full of exciting challenges! You will be based out of Greensboro, NC and report to the Director of Electromobility, Electronics, Electromechanics & Autonomous Purchasing, North America. Main responsibilities will include: Scope responsibility for Wire Harnesses, Power Cables, Fuse & Relay Centers, Batteries, Starters & Alternators segments Manage purchasing QDCFTSR deliverables in order to support the regional and global business objectives by aligning actions with both your regional Engineering peer and global Purchasing Strategic Line Ability to create a close interface with the Purchasing Strategic Line located in Europe to proactively address the North America business needs within the global strategy Own the Profit & Loss (P&L) for the assigned segments including leading supplier negotiations and discovering cost savings opportunities Ensure that assigned segments’ project sourcing and commodity plans are developed and delivered in a timely manner Provide input and execute the segment strategies and manage supplier selection/relationship/partnership and negotiation Hold responsibility for budget and operating expenses Be an active contributor to the team’s development Work in accordance with the Volvo processes, the Code of Conduct, and the Volvo Values Ensure collaboration with the other managers within the respective segments Manage cross-functional interactions with Engineering in development of technical roadmaps, appoint supplier hosts within his/her area Give input to department purchasing business plan, entertain continuous improvement and sustainability Who You Are
In our business-to-business environment we believe it is our people who make the difference. It is important that you are a trusted leader and that you radiate passion when developing your team and operating your business. We are looking for a leader that actively contributes to your team members’ development and performance while building a strong team spirit. We are looking for someone with: 6+ years of strategic purchasing experience (e.g. end-to-end supplier relationship management, sourcing, negotiations, contracts) Automotive, Powersports, or other heavy manufacturing industry experience People leadership experience for direct reports Developed presentation and communication skills Able to successfully navigate and influence in a global matrix organization Ability to handle ambiguity while providing structure and guidance to your team Ability to analyze difficult situations and act quickly and directly Works well with cross-functional stakeholder on crises/risks, with opportunities and alternative solutions in mind Able to manage diversity and offer opportunities for personal/professional development Able to build an effective team with a common objective and strong morale and team spirit Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent working experience To qualify, 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 We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to: Annual company bonus Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holiday days, 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 expansive career growth opportunities Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration Multiple automotive electric charging stations Bike racks, walking paths, multiple locations for outdoor dining/seating Would you like to learn more? Please visit volvogroup.com/en/careers.html to explore further! At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $129,000 - $159,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy: Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. Generous paid time off. Competitive matching retirement savings plans. Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first. Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University. Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. Who we are and what we believe in We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. “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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