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Buyer : Electromobility- Off board chargers and services
The transport industry is developing at a higher pace than ever before and we at Volvo Group want to shape the future of transportation.
We are fully committed to the Paris agreement targets and our long-term ambitions are clear. We will become 100% fossil free, 100% safe and 100% more productive. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do in the Volvo Group.
You love our planet, you love to drive change and you love to move forward. By 2030 more than 35% of our global shipments of vehicles should be electric and will need to be charged efficiently. Furthermore, we want to lead the way to a fossil free society. Would you love to shape this future of transportation together with us?
To enable this exciting future, we at Volvo Group work with Electromobility and now we offer a chance to join us in implementing a sustainable future for everyone. We are expanding our electro mobility group and are looking for a Senior Buyer – Electromobility & Autonomous products and service purchases. Could it be you? Join us and make a difference for our society!
Our offer to you
The Markets are characterized by a dynamic environment with fast moving technology, new business models, varying demands from customers and a full focus on sustainability.
We strive to be in the front seat of this development, and this is where you come into the picture. We offer a chance to, together with us, be a part of this fantastic journey of setting the course for our society’s future, focusing on electromobility, and to grow together with us We are looking for a dedicated Charge Point Operation Purchasing Specialist to join our dynamic team and help us expand our charging infrastructure. Job Summary: The Charge Point Operation Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for managing the procurement of EV charging stations and related equipment. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products and services Key Responsibilities:
• Procurement Management: Source and purchase EV charging stations hardware, services and public charging providers
• Supplier Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all purchased equipment meets the required standards and specifications.
• Cost Management: Track and manage procurement costs to stay within budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Market Research: Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in the EV charging industry to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the operations and engineering teams to understand their needs and provide timely procurement support.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
You will also experience the following:
 Be part of a global/ regional and diverse team, with networks spread across the continents, truly global atmosphere
 Be part of a fun work culture with high team spirit.

 Be part of creating something new that has never been done before. The pace is fast and it is never boring
 Best of both worlds: a start-up atmosphere with the support of an established organization This is you Since we don’t know you yet, we might not have everything right about your background and experience. But we do know that we need someone with the ability to drive change and who dares to try things no one has done before. The most important thing for us is that you are:
• A purchasing professional with proven experiences in strategic and operational purchases
• Analytical, structured, and able to handle multiple tasks at the same time
• Always willing to improve, both yourself and your work environment
• Driven, Responsible, self-going

• A true team player, attitude make it easy to establish trust and network
• High potential and ambition

• Experienced off board charging private and public solutions
will be added advantage.
• Fluent in spoken and written English, proficient in the Swedish language is an added advantage We also believe you have an adequate academic education and experience from the area of purchasing with a negotiation background and understand the business development in electromobility & autonomous related products &services and that you like to be a pioneer in paving new roads ahead of you and us The position is in- Sweden, Göteborg