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Who we are
GTP Purchasing Strategy & Digitalization is leading GTPs transformation through digitalization, to increase business value and efficiency. To achieve this, we work proactively with change management and transformation in close collaboration with GTP line functions, Group functions and our external partners.
A key part of our transformation lies in achieving the full potential of data, The Data Manager will be a key player to help us reaching these ambitions.

We can offer you:
  • A position where you will have the opportunity to drive challenging and strategic assignments in a key area for our long term success
  • A position highly visible, including high level of co-operation with the Purchasing line organization and tightly connected to the Volvo Group Data network
  • The opportunity to work in a highly competitive environment with global purchasing responsibilities, and to develop in a dynamic and multicultural organization
  • To work with a solid global team consisting of team players with energy and creativity, who are willing to drive the change and strive for the best in order to deliver results.
Key areas of responsibility:
As Data manager, you will manage our data strategy and roadmap. In close collaboration with key stakeholders, you will support GTP’s journey to a data-driven culture, delivering new opportunities and use cases for awareness and efficiency. You truly believe in data as a key asset and you have the willingness and energy to take a leading role in this journey.

Additional responsibilities are:
  • Coordinating our Data management framework and secure that it’s aligned with the framework of the Group and the North Star principles
  • Develop and drive a roadmap to secure increased data quality
  • In close collaboration with our Digital factory, product owners and business stakeholders, manage our data availability roadmap
  • Together with our Enterprise Architect, secure a consistent Information Architecture & and master data framework.
  • Be the GTP representative in relevant Group networks, foras and steering committees related to data management.
  • Manage pre-studies & change initiatives in this and related areas.
Qualifications:
  • University degree in relevant discipline
  • More than 5 years work experience in, for the position, relevant areas
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding in how to leverage data value for business transformation needs
  • Good knowledge in information architecture and master data management
  • Project, communication & stakeholder management skills
  • Experience from working in a global business environment, where understanding the purchasing domain is a strong plus
  • Having an energetic and positive approach to problem solving
  • A team-oriented mind set & Business Acumen
  • Fluent in English, written and spoken
Kindly note that due to GDPR, we will not accept applications via mail. Please use our career site.

The Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity. Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. Countless career opportunities are offered across the group’s leading brands and entities that share a culture of Trust, Passion, High Performance, Change and Customer Success. 
www.volvogroup.com/career. 

Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing has 125 BSEK in purchasing annual spend and 2,550 supply chain partners in serial production. We deliver the best possible products and service that bring value to our customers through scouting and working with high performing supply chain partners.

We support Volvo Group’s mission ‘Driving prosperity through transport solutions’ through sustainability, business ethics and innovation. When you join Volvo Group Trucks Purchasing, you will become part of a global network with more than 1,400 professionals in 50 different sites across 25 countries. Joining us means working in a global context with people from diverse backgrounds and different nationalities while contributing to the core business and results of Volvo Group.

Diversity is important for us, we therefore put a lot of time and effort into creating an open and inclusive environment for all. We are extremely proud to say that we are almost as many females as men in our team. We are goal oriented and business focused people who believe that the best results are achieved while having fun and when we challenge each other. We offer unique opportunities where you can accelerate your career through competence development and connect with people who are truly passionate for purchasing. Join us and work where the action is!

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