Commodity Buyer

Role Overview

• Regional / Global commodity responsibility for sourcing, sourcing decisions, negotiations and managing the supply base for a segment or group of suppliers in respect with purchasing policy, internal code of ethics, internal safety and environment rules.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Purchasing Strategies according to Goals and Objectives and Commodity Roadmaps defined by the Purchasing Manager and Commodity Manager(s), respectively.
• Support the Purchasing organization under the leadership of the Purchasing Manager
• Assure that local teams comply with the Commodity Roadmaps/Strategies
• Participates in Commodity Manager(s) meeting for global strategy.
• Performs strategic sourcing analyses (internal constraints, external risks, cost analysis and understanding of strategic levers, analysis of the supplier market).
• Ensure supply base development aligns with the Commodity Roadmap (e.g. supplier growth, consolidation, resourcing).
• Adhere to and support all VSPP activities not actively managed by Project Purchasing or Commodity Management.
• Responsible for commercial negotiations of both local and global supplier, as defined by Purchasing Manager and Commodity Manager(s).
• Reports his/her key metrics as required by Purchasing Manager.
• Support PCN activities, acting as Change Leader when the scope of SREA/PCN requires it (as defined Purchasing Manager).
• Ensure continuity of supply to Veoneer production facilities.
• Monitor and manage Supplier capacity/lead times vs operational demands.
• Manage supplier files, component files, RFQ, Contract review, etc.
• Support supplier improvement initiatives at local level and as Lead Buyer when required.
• Assume Lead Buyer role when defined by Commodity Manager.
• Support supplier escalations
• Ensures the quality and delivery of purchased components is in accordance with Veoneer requirements.
• Support to SQ, Sales, Engineering, and Project teams for existing programs and new business opportunities.
• Other Purchasing related activities required to meet the business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred major in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years in Purchasing role
• Experience in sourcing, sourcing decisions, negotiations, strategic analysis and managing a supply base in automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of automotive supplier market.
• Skilled in computer office applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Veoneer Safety Systems offers professional development and growth
• Collaborative team environment