Senior Automotive Sourcing Leader

Volvo Cars; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Cars is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct material commodities supporting advanced vehicle programs in our U.S. manufacturing and regional operations.

You will lead complex negotiations, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure supply continuity while partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Logistics and Program Management. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and a minimum of 7 years in procurement or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or automotive industry.
• Experience managing direct material commodities and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity and supplier strategies aligned with objectives.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing for complex direct material commodities.
• Drive cost reductions and localization; manage supplier performance and risk.
• Support vehicle launches and engineering changes; mentor Buyers.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiations

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Volvo Cars is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct material commodities supporting advanced vehicle programs in our U.S. manufacturing and regional operations.

You will lead complex negotiations, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure supply continuity while partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Logistics and Program Management. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and a minimum of 7 years in procurement or