Senior Sourcing Manager, Services, Indirect Procurement at Scania

Job title:

Senior Sourcing Manager, Services, Indirect Procurement at Scania

Company

ValueOne

Job description

Scania’s purpose is to drive the shift to a sustainable transport system, creating a world of mobility that is better for business, society, and the environment. It is an ambitious journey that requires all aspects of procurement activities to match – this is where you come ;You will lead further development of the strategically important category of Services at Scania together with other colleagues in Traton Group (includes Scania, MAN, Navistar, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus).Are you an experienced strategic procurement professional who is ready to lead the development of sourcing strategies that help shape the future of transport? Join Scania to drive the shift!Services is one of Scania’s most dynamic areas, that includes the following main categories:

• Contingent Workforce & Consultancy Services
• Engineering & Testing Services
• Marketing & Communication Services
• Professional Services

As a part of the larger Indirect Procurement team at Scania you will challenge current status quo and find new innovative solutions in close collaboration with our key suppliers and internal stakeholders. Cross-functional collaboration is an important part of what we do so you’ll gain exposure to functions across Scania and companies within the whole Traton Group.About this roleAs a Senior Sourcing Manager at Scania, you’ll be instrumental in developing and implementing strategies that promote right balance between our procurement value drivers – technology, quality, delivery, cost and sustainability. Your work will include both strategic and practical aspects, from negotiation and driving improvements in your segment to defining the global strategy in alignment with colleagues in other companies within Traton and Volkswagen Group. You’ll play a central role in building and maintaining long-term relationships with our suppliers and optimising the procurement process – all together with colleagues who value collaboration and great team spirit!While some of the responsibilities can vary based on the scope of current procurement activities, here is the list of typical tasks for this role:

• Maintain and develop relationships with key suppliers, continuously evaluate and assess potential risks connected to supplier performance and drive improvement projects with specific focus on sustainability.
• Acquire and utilise category specific market information to spearhead innovation and facilitate further development.
• Lead Strategic Category Management work and align category strategies within Traton and Volkswagen Group.
• Contribute to the development of sustainability strategies in close cooperation with internal stakeholders.
• Drive sourcing activities, lead negotiations, present business cases in front of the decision boards.
• Lead work in collaboration with legal department to further develop contract templates and frameworks.
• Take an active role in ensuring that procurement activities are carried out in alignment with important cross functional stakeholders within Volkswagen Group
• Proactively initiate and drive improvement projects in connection to routines and standard operation processes
• Act as a role model in terms of purchasing ways of working and Scania core values (Customer first, Respect, Team spirit, Responsibility, Elimination of waste)
• Use your broader expertise and competence to guide and support colleagues within the group and commodity and indirectly give leverage to the entire groups’ and commodities’ output.

The teamOur multicultural team consists of 10 procurement professionals with a great mix of backgrounds, experiences and competencies. We enjoy solving problems together and always strive to find the best solutions for Scania. We feel motivated by delivering on and beyond our commitments and want to be seen as a reliable partner, while daring to try new approaches. We strive for a climate where opinions and knowledge are openly shared within the team and learning is continuous.Your experienceWe are looking for an experienced Senior Sourcing Manager and true procurement expert, who:

• Is driven by complex projects and enjoys international collaboration
• Has 10+ years of procurement experience on a strategic level
• Has experience of working with supplier governance models in large organization.
• Has profound experience in navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and delivering procurement projects withing the agreed terms
• Has relevant higher education and good analytical skills
• Is experienced in working in a structured way, taking data-driven decisions and building solid business cases for the key stakeholders involved in projects

It is meritorious to have:

• Previous management consulting experience
• Experience from procuring and implementing a Contingent Workforce Program supported b…

Expected salary

Location

Södertälje, Stockholm

Job date

Sun, 05 May 2024 07:15:45 GMT

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