Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to driving prosperity and shaping the future landscape through sustainable transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions. By offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers' uptime and productivity.

Our headquarters are in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Group shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

Plase note: This is a 12 month contract commencing in January 2027

Primary Purpose

The overall objective for the Commodity Buyer is to ensure that the segment strategy is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) supplier performance by using the tools and purchasing/cross functional network during production and after production for Revenue segments.

Key Responsibilities

The Commodity Buyer is accountable for the Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability and Risk Management (QDCFTSR) of the supplier base for segments in scope of responsibility.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:
• Contribute to segment strategies and be an active member in the global network of commodity
• buyers.
• To secure that supplier selection is aligned with the Segment strategy/Segment Business Plan
• To secure the outcome of the sourcing in a contractual package, and all agreements are approved
• and signed
• Execute agreements with suppliers during production and after production for Revenue segments
• Drive all relevant activities to deliver QDCFTSR targets during production phase and after
• production phase for Revenue parts
• Monitor, identify and mitigate risks in cooperation with SQ&D; team
• Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility
• Manage and negotiate product/process changes during production phase,



and after production phase for Revenue segments
• Perform daily purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics and financial flows to the suppliers
• Perform hand-over to Uptime buyer when parts are phased out of production for non-revenue parts.
• With respect to the decided governance and processes, the commodity buyer has the authorisation to act to fulfil the above described tasks and responsibilities
• Can be appointed as a segment leader and/or supplier host

Educational Qualifications

• Commercial/business or technical degree or similar

Business skills & attributes

• Previous work experience in a similar role where you have demonstrated your expertise in project management, change management, process management and business case development
• Experience with cost management and financial analysis
• Solid understanding of production and supply chain processes
• Solid commercial acumen and total acquisition cost management
• Excellent negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to positivity influence others
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and multi-cultural communication skills
• Continuous improvement and quality mind-set
• Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Ability to deal with, and be supportive of colleagues/customers across all levels of the organisation
• A Team Player and proactive approach to team work

What's in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
• A truly values-based organisation, inclusive workplace culture and passionate people shaping the world we live in
• Opportunity to leverage a globally aligned and locally authentic icon. Work with international specialists to deliver locally tailored projects and initiatives
• Access to Sonder (Wellbeing & Safety Partner) for employees and family members
• Flexible, hybrid working set ups
• Modern, open plan offices
• Free onsite parking

📌 Commodity Buyer (Wacol)
🏢 Volvo Group
📍 Wacol