Global Graduate - Procurement/Supply Chain

Let's introduce ourselves

The Global Graduate Program is a 2-year career-boosting program designed around your potential in our global organization! We offer two program tracks – Business and Tech – allowing both future business enablers and skilled engineers to thrive and develop with us.

What you'll do

As a business track graduate, you will experience a variety of business functions and cross-functional projects.
Every year, Volvo Cars welcomes around 50 graduates from all over the world. By joining the program, you become part of an inclusive community of a wide range of professionals and previous graduates. Throughout the program you will all come together for common module weeks, group projects, and learning opportunities.

The first rotation for this program will be as Buyer in our Procurement Team. Buyers are responsible for the development of supplier collaboration together with internal stakeholders to reach Volvo Cars' cost, quality and environmental requirements. Work with a diverse team in a dynamic environment where you can help transform the supply chain at Volvo Car USA LLC.

The rotational program takes you on a journey within Volvo cars where you get to explore your skills and interests in different departments during the two years. You will start in the department which you are recruited into. Other opportunities within the business track would be in our Manufacturing & Supply Chain business unit, spread across departments working with Procurement, Logistics, Quality and Supplier Relations.

Year 1

• August 2025 Graduate Program kick off
• Module week 1: Global Introduction & Business Understanding
• Rotation in your home department
• Module week 2: Product Development & Production
• Rotation in new department
• Module week 3: Commercial Module
• Graduate group project

Year 2

• 2-3 Rotations in new departments, opportunity for international experience
• Final Graduation project
• Module week 4: Leadership Foundations & Final week
• July 8, 2027 - Graduation

After the program you move into your permanent position in the company.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in supply chain or business field
• Master’s degree completed between December 2023 and start of the Global Graduate Program required
• Strong negotiation skills
• Understanding of purchasing elements
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to handle many issues/projects at the same time
• Analytical with the ability to drive results
• Risk and resilience experience preferred
• Supplier relationship management experience preferred
• Self-starter and self-guided
• Strong computer skills
• Team player

What our Global Graduate Program offers
You will get:

• Permanent employment from start, and after the program you will have a position within your organization
• A complete package of benefits and our employment offer will be presented to you during the final interview phase.
• Experience working with a Global organization
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience internationally

Recruitment process
This posting will be open until February 28th.
Candidates selected will be invited to record short video interviews, if selected to move further in the process, candidates will complete an online assessment, followed by a virtual interview via Teams. The last step in the recruitment process is an onsite interview with the hiring manager and an HR representative. The final interviews will be conducted via Teams during January and February 2025. Employment offers are communicated continuously during March 2025.

Kick-start your career - apply today
We accept applications via our career site only, apply with your resume and cover letter in English no later than Friday, February 28th, 2025, midnight ET. Please note that applications per email are not accepted due to GDPR.
Curious to know more? Visit our graduates page or listen to the graduate podcast, recorded by previous graduates, and learn what it is like to be part of our program
The program is open to applicants from all over the United States. Work authorization in the US is a requirement.

Let's talk benefits

Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.

As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.