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Tower Commodity Buyer

About the Role

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Strategic Buyer, your day involves a mix of strategy and action. You will begin by analyzing market trends and supplier performance metrics to guide your procurement strategies. Working with teams from different departments, you will guarantee the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of our supply chain. You will handle contract negotiations, supplier relationships, and cost-saving projects. Your afternoons could include discussions with international colleagues to align on procurement objectives and strategies, followed by documenting and reporting on critical metrics.

How You’ll Make an Impact

What You Bring

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

What you will do

At (ENTITY) you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will: 

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Your future team

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Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring: 

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What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

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• If you are curious to explore how we put our words into actions, follow us on LinkedIn and volvogroup.com.
• If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.
• Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today! 
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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

“Volvo Group Purchasing is a team of changemakers that thrive in a fast-paced and exciting business environment. We are a truly global team with passion for innovation, sustainability, people, and where lifelong learning is an essential part of our culture. With our ecosystem of supply partners, we shape the world we want to live in and deliver value to customers, society, and the Volvo Group”.

The Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization (PS&D) function within Volvo Group Purchasing (GTP) is a Centre of Excellence. We are responsible for driving and facilitating the strategic direction of purchasing on behalf of Executive Management Team.

PS&D are, together with relevant line functions, driving efficiency within digitalization, governance, harmonization, group synergies, continuous improvements, and digital & IT projects to enable business value. We work proactively with change management and transformation in collaboration with GTP line functions. Head of Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization is also hosting Volvo Group Purchasing India organization on behalf of CPO of Volvo Group & Head of GTP.

Who are you?

 If you have a burning desire to be part of developing and setting the course for our society’s future with efficient and sustainable transport solutions together with us.… then this is the right place to be!

You are passionate, value-driven, and have a keen eye for details to work on transformation in the purchasing area.

The area of Forging, Base Engine and Combustion components is characterized by a dynamic environment with new business models, varying demands from customers, and a full focus on quality, safety, and sustainability among others.

As a commodity buyer, you are accountable for the QDCFTSR (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, Risk Management) of the supplier base on your segments. You are responsible to make sure that the segment business plan is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance by using the tools, methodologies, and purchasing/cross-functional network.

For you who want to leave the society in a good shape for the next generation. You see this opportunity to bring in the change you want for the society we want to live in.

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About Volvo Group Purchasing:

Located in 21 countries around the world, around 1 350 employees and a yearly spend of 150 BSEK. Our current ecosystem of suppliers exceeds 50, 000, and every year around 1.9 billion parts are delivered to Group Truck plants around the world. 

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What makes our people’s heart beat at work

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Commodity Buyer – Rubber 
Are you a curious changemaker who thrives in a fast-paced, global and complex environment? Does the opportunity to make an impact excite you, and are you looking for a career where you grow and learn every day? At Volvo Group Purchasing we shape the world we want to live in, by leveraging our ecosystem of supply network partners to drive prosperity.

Innovation, sustainability, diversity, competitiveness, resiliency, new business models, and digitalization are all key drivers in how we select partners, partners that have the same value based and people centric view of the world as we do here at Volvo Group.

Together we deliver business value to our customers and the Volvo Group.

We are looking for talent with passion, commitment and big ideas who want to make a difference. Sounds like you? Join our team!
The Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization (PS&D) function within Volvo Group Purchasing (GTP) is a Centre of Excellence. We are responsible for driving and facilitating the strategic direction of purchasing on behalf of Executive Management Team.

PS&D are, together with relevant line functions, driving efficiency within digitalization, governance, harmonization, group synergies, continuous improvements, and digital & IT projects to enable business value. We work proactively with change management and transformation in collaboration with GTP line functions. 

Head of Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization is also hosting Volvo Group Purchasing India organization on behalf of CPO of Volvo Group & Head of GTP.
Who are you? If you have a burning desire to be part of developing and setting the course for our society’s future with efficient and sustainable transport solutions together with us.… then this is the right place to be!

You are passionate, value-driven, and have a keen eye for details to work on transformation in the purchasing area. 

Rubber components is characterized by a dynamic environment with new business models, varying demands from customers, and a full focus on quality, safety, and sustainability among others.

As a commodity buyer, you are accountable for the QDCFTSR (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, Risk Management) of the supplier base on your segments. You are responsible to make sure that the segment business plan is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance by using the tools, methodologies, and purchasing/cross-functional network. 

For you who want to leave the society in a good shape for the next generation. You see this opportunity to bring in the change you want for the society we want to live in.

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Qualifications : 

• University degree in BE / B.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile
• Preferred knowledge with 5- 8 years of experience as a buyer in the automotive industry 
• Excellent decision-making skills, considering risks and opportunities, with an ownership mindset
• Continuous Improvement and Excellence mindset with good communication skills
• Strong analytical, prioritization, and negotiating skills
• Strong business acumen with very good knowledge in project management 
• Good in Market Benchmarking , Business Intelligence Analysis , Scouting Suppliers
• Good understanding of different manufacturing processes and best practice costing.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking & stakeholder management skills - true connector working in different eco-systems
• Positive and collaborative mindset and strong energy to contribute to the success of the Volvo Group
• Proactiveness is an absolute must!
• Experience in handling any Rubber components such as Rubber Hoses , Assembly hoses, Moulded rubber

Commodity Sourcing Buyer

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Commodity Sourcing Buyer to join our team in India. Reporting to the India Sourcing Manager, the successful candidate will work closely with the local plant and Global Procurement teams to implement Global sourcing strategies in India, sourcing core commodities, with new and existing strategic suppliers. This role is an opportunity to develop and manage strategic local supply chains with the best quality and total cost of acquisition, to support global manufacturing locations and achieve the best value for Spirax.

Key Accountabilities:
· Implement and execute local procurement strategies in alignment with global commodity strategies.
· Manage core commodities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and required quality and delivery, delivering year on year cost reduction.
· Perform zero-base costing and Total Cost of Acquisition (TCA) analysis.
· Monitor key commodities price trends and supplier/raw material price amendments at regular intervals.
· Develop and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers to ensure reliable supply and best value.
· Collaborate with the Global Procurement and Commodity teams to align local activities with global objectives.
· Conduct market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
· Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers to secure best terms.
· Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans as necessary.
· Conduct Strategic Business Reviews (SBR) with key suppliers.
· Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Experience and Qualifications Required:
· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a related field.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and commodity management.
· Strong experience in sourcing key mechanical commodities such as castings, forgings, machined and formed metals.

· Technical / engineering / quality experience or qualification, or a strong understanding of in relation to sourcing commodity parts.
· Knowledge of Health and Safety, QMS and Sustainability/ESG requirements and regulations.
· Proven experience in managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts, commercial and legal Terms and Conditions.
· Strong understanding of local and global market dynamics and trends.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
· Strong written and verbal communication (in English) and strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
· Experience working within a matrix organisation
· ERP & MRP experience - ideally Oracle JD Edwards
· Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
· Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply)
· Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Quality qualification or certification
· Project Management Qualification/experience a benefit . PMP
· Experience in the manufacturing or industrial sector.
· Experience working in a global procurement environment.

The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four Divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra.

Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.

Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!

Our Purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.

Everyone is Included at Spirax Group

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.

We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender-neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause-friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at .

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• Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of the BP retail convenience supply chain management function across the U.S.
• Accountable for management of BP’s primary wholesalers (Core-Mark, McLane, and Lipari) in service of meeting contractual obligations including product supply & service levels.
• Responsible for implementing and managing corrective action(s) when wholesalers are not meeting contractual obligations.
• Management of wholesaler agreement terms requiring in-year review and action such as cost adjustments, rebate payments, allowances, service penalties, etc.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to streamline process and improve accuracy & efficiency within the BP retail convenience supply chain.
• Responsible for ensuring that wholesalers are maintaining inventory levels in-line with forecast or sales demand including bi-monthly promotions.
• Supervising core item open purchase orders and stock status reports & expediting order fulfilment to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage weekly reporting of contractual SLA’s/KPI’s including key items out of stocks.
• Support the category management team in reset planning and new item introduction with wholesalers.
• Responsible for managing internal and external wholesaler performance reviews.
• Problem solving and regular communication with manufacturers, wholesalers, category management, operations, and site operators (including franchisees) as needed.

• 7+ years retail supply chain management experience
• A solid understanding of wholesale contract development and management
• Retail category management or wholesale work experience a plus
• A firm understanding of supplier performance management processes (SLA’s/KPI’s)
• Experience negotiating with strategic, high dollar suppliers
• Ability to manage spontaneous (unplanned) work activity
• Strong leadership, critical thinking/analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient digital literacy including Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables), Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI
• Works well within teams and cross-departmentally
• Very good interpersonal skills
• Self-directed

• You will work within the Merchandising Services Team which is a part of the Retail Business Support organization.  The Merchandising Services Team includes approximately 25 team members supporting Price Book, Space Planning, Supply Chain, and some Retail Data Analytics activities.
• You will work closely with the US C&M business, namely Category Management, in support of driving their convenience sales and promotional plans.
• You will also work closely with BP Operations teams and BP functional teams including Procurement, Legal, and Finance.
• You will own BP’s relationship with our primary convenience wholesalers including Core-Mark, McLane, and Lipari.  This means you will be the single point of accountability for ensuring that each wholesaler is servicing BP according to our contractual terms.
• This role would be great for someone who enjoys working with multiple customers, both internally and externally, and enjoys working cross-functionally to collaborate on improving the convenience supply chain.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us .

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.