Senior Buyer

Volvo Business Services AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Sweden is seeking a Segment Leader for strategic purchasing in the off-board charging domain. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovative purchasing strategies and contribute to sustainability. Candidates should have an engineering or business degree, along with proven experience in purchasing and strong analytical skills. Fluency in English is essential. This position provides a fast-paced and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for innovation

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic and operational purchasing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic purchasing activities within off-board charging domain.
• Manage business reviews and sourcing events globally.
• Support stakeholders in achieving Profit & Loss targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Fluency in English

Education

Academic degree in engineering, business, or a related field

Job description

"Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to driving prosperity and shaping the future landscape through sustainable transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions."

What's in it for you?

What you will Experience

• A truly global and regional team with networks across continents.
• A collaborative culture where you can contribute to team development, share benchmarks, and coach others.
• Opportunities to work in dynamic, evolving areas with room for innovation and creativity.
• A fast-paced environment that's never boring.
• The best of both worlds: agility of a startup with the support of a mature organization.
• Best of both worlds: a start-up atmosphere with the support of an established organization

Ready for the next move?

Qualifications

• An academic degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in both strategic and operational purchasing.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A structured mindset combined with a hands‑on, solution oriented approach.
• A continuous improvement mindset, always seeking ways to enhance yourself and your work environment.
• A high level of drive, responsibility, and self‑motivation.
• A true team player with a collaborative attitude that fosters trust and builds strong networks.
• High potential and ambition to grow within the organization.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

The position is in Sweden, Göteborg or France, Lyon.

Girish Kotegar
Head of Operating Fluids, Chargers & Chemicals Purchasing
Group Truck Purchasing, SD&I
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What you will do

Join us on an exciting journey at the forefront of the transformation toward a sustainable future. The market is evolving rapidly with new technologies, innovative business models, and a strong focus on electromobility. As part of our team, you will help shape the future of society and grow with us in a dynamic and forward‑thinking environment.

We offer you:

• A key role in a global organization with a startup mindset backed by the strength of an established company.
• A fast-paced, collaborative, and diverse workplace where your ideas and contributions truly matter.
• The opportunity to work on cutting‑edge topics and sustainability.

Your Role:

As Segment Leader, you will drive strategic and operational purchasing activities within the off-board charging and services domain. You should also be able to manage segments other than Off off-board charging area, when needed. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading strategic purchasing activities for private, public, turnkey charging solutions & E-EMobility Service Provider (EMSP).
• Driving strategy development and execution globally, with a strong focus on some of the key markets.
• Conducting business reviews, managing major sourcing events, and collaborating cross‑functionally across purchasing teams.
• Ensuring performance alignment with stakeholder priorities and business objectives.
• Delivering segment strategies and business plans with a global perspective.
• Building networks and supporting stakeholders in achieving Profit & Loss targets.
• Flexibly managing additional segments based on workload and business needs.
• Being a proactive "doer" who delivers on deadlines and drives results.