Commodity Manager - Extended Offer and Software Location: Shippensburg, PA, US, 17257 Position Type: Professional 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** Would you like to help us build tomorrow? Our organization is built by people and great teamwork. We are a truly global company, and we believe in the advantage of diversity. Together, we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone. Here at Volvo Construction Equipment (VCE), we are motivated by the idea that with imagination, hard work and innovation we will lead the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter, and more connected. We believe in a sustainable future. We are a passionate, global, diverse and engaged team responsible for supplier management, strategic sourcing, commercials, quality and delivery with overall responsibility on global suppliers and technologies. We are passionate at stretching and developing ourselves as a team and work cross functional and support each other. We value a lot of ownership, empowerment, value-based leadership and business mindset. We work in a multicultural environment with a team and colleagues in all regions from Asia and Europe to the Americas. We are seeking a **Commodity Manager** who will be responsible for the Extended Offer program and Software with a focus on Uptime Productivity Parts. Are you ready take on your next challenge? Come join us! **What will you do as a Commodity Manager?** As a Commodity Manager, you will be in charge of negotiating and managing the awarded suppliers in our Extended Offer program. These suppliers provide non-Volvo branded parts and solutions to our customers through our dealers network. The span of products and suppliers is wide and the program aims to be expanded globally. This will be roughly half of your responsibility in terms of time. The other half will be focused on software, IT & SaaS partners, with a focal point on the Uptime & Productivity Services and Solutions that support our end customers’ performance. Here your scope will be global and part of a small by highly skilled team of software buyers that service all VCE platforms from Korea to the US. You will create a strong relationship with internal stakeholders, VCE management, as well as our suppliers and partners. **Main Tasks and Responsibilities** + Participate actively in the selection of Proof-of-Concepts, as well as in the sourcing and qualification of IT partners. + Serve as the liaison with the Innovation Lab in San Jose for innovative projects. + Collaborate with the Digital Product Manager to address data privacy-related issues. + Monitor the latest trends and best practices in the software industry + Negotiate contracts and secure our commercial agreements + Identify potential supply chain risks and lead risk mitigation plan activities. + Identify cost saving opportunities. + Develop and implement strategies for our partners in the Extended Offer program in strong collaboration with internal stakeholders + Align the Volvo Construction strategic initiatives with internal and Volvo Group stakeholders. **Who are you?** Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring the following: Since this role is a key role in our organization, it is important that you have the ability to lead and are not afraid of taking on responsibility. You should be a strong network coordinator, target oriented and have the ambition to deliver according to commitments. We also believe that you can work autonomously, is self-motivated and you are well organized. Since you will be collaborating with internal and external contacts in a multicultural environment, you need to have good collaboration and communication skills. **Required knowledge, experience, education:** + Bachelor's/Masters degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. + Creative and pragmatic with a strategic mindset. + Excellent negotiation and communication skills. + Strong leadership skills. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. + Autonomy. + As a person, you are recognized as dynamic and able to coordinate an effective team with a common objective + Experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in the software industry + Purchasing experience in Commercial vehicles, or other related industries. + Fluent in English verbal and written communication. **Additional Important Information:** + Location: Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. We practice flexible work-place with the expectation that the majority of working time is spent in the office or on travel + Travel: Travel in the US and internationally is expected and may occur 5-10 times per year. **What’s in it for you?** We are pleased to offer a solid package of compensation and benefits. You will enjoy: + Competitive base pay + Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance + Generous PTO + Tax deferred retirement plans, varied by business; 401(K) with company match + Global organization with expansive career growth opportunities + Volvo Group University for professional and personal development + Workplace health/wellness and reimbursement programs + On-campus fitness center and café + Avid approach to Sustainability + Culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all + We also offer an array of additional benefits and programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. We will gladly share this information and more at any time during the interviewing process or as part of your offer letter. **Ready for the next move?** Are we the perfect match? Are you ready for the challenge? Are you passionate about customers, software and construction equipment industry? Then you could be exactly what we are looking for. Apply today and join us on our journey! • If you are curious to explore how we put our words into actions, follow us on LinkedIn and volvogroup.com. • Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today! We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ **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. 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: 17928 **View All Jobs (https://jobs.volvogroup.com/?locale=en\_US)** **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. **Nearest Major Market:** Harrisburg