Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden
Purchasing Leader with 15+ years of global experience in the automotive industry, leading strategic sourcing across electromobility, electronics, and powertrain domains. Currently Global Purchasing Segment Leader within Volvo Group, with responsibility for one of the largest spend areas in Emob, including team leadership, global strategy definition, and supplier ecosystem performance. Solid experience in leading cross-functional teams, managing crisis situations, and driving transformation across global supply networks, with strong focus on QDCF-TSR performance. Recognized for building high-performing multicultural teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and contributing to organizational development. Engineering background combined with strong business acumen and a passion for people development, collaboration, and sustainable value creation.
Managed the global purchasing strategy for the MDS - Motor Drive System segment (Electric Motors, Inverters and mech ePTO). • Led global buyers network in the segment connecting regions and BA/BUs. • Participated in the global strategic line network for the segment. • Served as first-step escalation point for the buyers on all segment-related topics. • Acted as Deputy Purchasing Manager during manager absences. • Supported the manager in recruitment processes and mentoring team members. • Represented the Emob Purchasing team within MDS network.
• Managed the global purchasing strategy for the HV Safety Components segment. • Led global buyers network in the segment connecting regions and BA/BUs. • Participated in the global strategic line network for the segment. • Served as first-step escalation point for the buyers on all segment-related topics. • Acted as Deputy Purchasing Manager for C&PM team during manager absences. • Supported the manager in recruitment processes and mentoring team members. • Represented the Emob Purchasing team within the ECU ecosystem.
• Managed end-to-end purchasing activities for Junction Boxes scope. • Led cross-functional taskforces for two major negotiations within the department. • Led workstream for Supply Network & Resiliency improvement within the department.
• Managed end-to-end purchasing activities for Chassis and Powertrain components.
• Experienced 1 year of study+work exchange program in Dublin, Ireland.
• Provided support to the Project Purchasing team across a range of procurement-related activities.