Strategic Plastics & Injection Molding Buyer

Volvo Car Corporation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Cars in Ridgeville, SC seeks a Direct Material Buyer to procure materials for advanced vehicle projects and ongoing production. You will own localization of parts, drive cost efficiency, and manage supplier performance while collaborating with global teams across Purchasing, Engineering and Quality.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 3+ years in manufacturing procurement, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong emphasis on Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of Automotive Industry, including Tier 1 & Tier 2 suppliers, systems and processes.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement.
• Experience with interior or platform automotive components is preferred.
• Purchasing / procurement experience with Plastics, Injection Molding and Painted Plastics is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills with proactive focus on identifying and driving commercial opportunities.
• Solid understanding of purchasing fundamentals and ability to optimize outcomes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to influence stakeholders.
• Structured, analytical thinker with ability to manage multiple issues and projects.

Responsibilities

• Map, evaluate and establish a U.S. supply base for relevant commodities with European and China collaboration.
• Establish supplier agreements and source both local and global content.
• Drive localization business case development, evaluation, and execution.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve optimal cost, quality, and terms.
• Serve as primary commercial contact for assigned suppliers.
• Issue RFQs, purchase orders and manage changes.
• Support engineering and design changes within active projects.
• Participate in global category meetings to align sourcing strategies.
• Develop understanding of VCC sourcing processes and IT systems.
• Lead cost savings initiatives from idea to implementation.
• Manage BOMs down to raw materials.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Sourcing

Excel

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Volvo Cars in Ridgeville, SC seeks a Direct Material Buyer to procure materials for advanced vehicle projects and ongoing production. You will own localization of parts, drive cost efficiency, and manage supplier performance while collaborating with global teams across Purchasing, Engineering and Quality.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 3+ years in manufacturing procurement, and strong Excel skills.