Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer - Temporary Position

**Location**:Curitiba, BR, 81260-900**Position Type**:Graduate- Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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**
To work with us is to work with some of the world’s most iconic brands, and to be part of a reputation that has been earned for over a century. You will be taking the lead in driving Aftermarket Purchasing portfolio and as Senior Buyer you are accountable for the responsibilities described below. This position will be based out of Curitiba, Paraná and will report to the Head of Aftermarket Purchasing Brazil. Responsibilities will include:

- Manage and negotiate spare parts business focusing on price competitiveness and availability to meet end customer’s expectation.
- Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance (localization, cost improvements, logistic optimization, bundles, etc.).
- Drive negotiations and execute agreements with suppliers within your local and global peers.
- Perform daily purchasing activities related to aftermarket purchasing (e.g., place orders, manage purchasing requisitions, forecast cost evolution, track market, deliveries, financial flows, price discrepancies, invoice payment, back-order recovery, part scrap, customer adaptation, support parts development).
- Monitor, identify, and mitigate risks of the current supplier base.
- Be an active member in the global network of Buyers and foster synergies across all BAs. Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and performance.

**Your future team**
Come to be part of an enthusiastic team of buyers. We like challenges, we are fully committed to end customer and Volvo Group success and we work to build the world we want to leave in. Join us and make the difference.

**Who are you?**
- Vast experience of purchasing;
- Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree of Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- Experience within the Manufacturing industry or good knowledge in Automotive industry.
- Experience within aftermarket Purchasing.
- Native in Portuguese, fluent in English and nice to have Spanish.
- Proven negotiation skills and TCO mentality.
- Strong business acumen, agile in way of working, analytical skills and organized.
- Desire to work in a collaborative team towards a common purpose.
- Strong communication skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- SAP and MS Office 365 experience.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional environment.
- Proactive and positive mindset.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Competitive base salary.
- Company bonus.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Flexible work environment, Flex office and activity-based working.
- Global organization with expansive career growth opportunities.
- Culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all.
- Aggressive approach to Sustainability and Innovation.**Who we are and what we believe in**-
- Part of Volvo Group, **Volvo Construction Equipment** is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.**Job Category**:Purchasing**Organization**:Volvo Construction Equipment**Travel Required**:Occasional Travel**Requisition ID**:6585**View All Jobs**

**Do we share the same aspirations?**

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.