Senior Commodity & Project Buyer Sealings

AB Volvo; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in sustainable transport seeks a Senior Commodity & Project Buyer for their team in Lyon. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience in purchasing, particularly in the automotive sector, and will be responsible for driving sustainability initiatives within the supply chain.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Strong ability to build relationships and drive change.

Responsabilités

• Drive commercial negotiations with suppliers.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain.
• Propose ideas to reduce the CO2 footprint.

Connaissances

Strong business acumen

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

SOLUTION-oriented

Adaptability

Description du poste

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Senior Commodity & Project Buyer Sealings

Location: Göteborg, SE, 417 15; Lyon, FR, 69802

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 collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Who are you?

The transport industry is developing rapidly, and Volvo Group is committed to shaping its future. We aim to be 100% fossil free, 100% safe, and 100% more productive, with sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for a collaborator with a strong strategic understanding to help implement Volvo Group’s sustainability and electrification agenda within the Chassis Vehicle Dynamics Department. Join us and make a difference!

Your future team – Sealings & Suspensions

You will join a passionate and engaged team located in Göteborg, Sweden, and Lyon, France, where collaboration, strategic thinking, and feedback culture are key pillars.

We are team players, energetic, creative, and drive change to deliver results. We enjoy challenges, having fun, and are committed to customer and Volvo Group success.

We work closely with global stakeholders in a cross-functional environment and believe we are here to make a difference and shape the world we want to live in.

Based in Gothenburg or Lyon, Your Key responsibilities include:

• Drive commercial negotiations with suppliers
• Identify, mitigate, and monitor risks
• Optimize product performance in quality, delivery, cost, features, innovation, sustainability, and risk management (QDCFTSR) during sourcing/project and operational phases
• Propose and promote ideas to reduce the CO2 footprint of our supply chain
• Generate cost reduction ideas through deep dive and portfolio analysis
• Lead cross-functional work with engineering, logistics, and manufacturing teams
• Contribute to team development by sharing ideas, supporting peers, and requesting support when needed
• Contribute to segment strategy for resilient and sustainable purchasing, engaging global stakeholders and traveling as needed

Our Ideal Candidate

We seek someone curious, driven, and passionate about shaping the future of transportation and supply chain sustainability. You should be able to build relationships, drive change, and be willing to try new approaches.

Key qualities include:

• Strong business acumen and agility
• 5+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in the automotive industry
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable in cross-functional and multicultural settings
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• Continuous self-improvement mindset
• Responsibility and accountability for deliverables
• SOLUTION-oriented with the ability to simplify complex topics
• Adaptability to changing environments
• Successful negotiation skills
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

Ready for the next move?

Join us in shaping the future of transportation!

Apply today to be part of this journey. The last application day is August 4, 2025. If you have questions or want to learn more, contact us!

Please submit your application in English. The recruitment process will start before the closing date, so don’t wait to apply!

We value your privacy and do not accept applications via email.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to creating efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions, offering numerous career opportunities across our leading brands. Working at Volvo Group means collaborating with some of the most talented and innovative minds to leave a better society for future generations.

Volvo Group Purchasing is a global team of changemakers in a fast-paced environment, passionate about innovation, sustainability, and lifelong learning. We shape the world we want to live in and deliver value to society and our customers.

Our products and services ensure safety and connectivity in daily life, and we are dedicated to transitioning towards sustainable and safe transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions for a net-zero society.

Join Volvo Group to work with iconic brands in a global company harnessing automated driving, electromobility, and connectivity. Our culture fosters support, care, and mutual respect. If you want to grow and impact the future, join us to create a better, more resilient society for future generations.