Global Uptime & Supplier Strategist

AB Volvo; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental and vision

Generous paid time off

Volvo Group University - professional

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a Commodity Buyer based in Greensboro, NC to manage supplier quality, delivery, cost and risk for Cab Interior & Exterior components. You will lead supplier selection, secure QDCFTSR performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement the segment business plan.

The role reports to the Head of Uptime Purchasing North America and requires 3+ years in strategic purchasing within manufacturing. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strategic purchasing experience (contracts, supplier negotiations, sourcing).
• Experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent working experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies to improve supply chain performance, quality, and value.
• Drive negotiations and executive agreements with suppliers in the segment.
• Collaborate with global buyers and cross-functional teams on supply chain and technology strategies.
• Use VPS tools to drive efficiency across the supply chain.
• Monitor and mitigate risks with SNQ in collaboration with teams.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Negotiation

Sourcing

Supply chain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Engineering

Business

Job description

Volvo Group is seeking a Commodity Buyer based in Greensboro, NC to manage supplier quality, delivery, cost and risk for Cab Interior & Exterior components. You will lead supplier selection, secure QDCFTSR performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement the segment business plan.

The role reports to the Head of Uptime Purchasing North America and requires 3+ years in strategic purchasing within manufacturing. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.