Senior Buyer - Gothenburg

Job description

Would you like to work with market-leading suppliers in a complex sourcing area, where the components have a significant impact on the final product? The Raw Material & Steel Parts team is now looking for a consultant to cover a buyer position from March through mid-December. The team is part of the Platform organization and is responsible for procurement-related activities across the area. In this role, you will lead and support cross-functional sourcing projects and market tests, including preparation, execution, analysis, negotiations, supplier selection, sustainability focus and contract management with emphasis on cold and hot stamped parts. You will also be responsible for market analysis, prioritization and identifying knowledge-based negotiation strategies, as well as managing purchasing activities connected to current production. To succeed, you should be comfortable challenging the status quo and existing approaches with stakeholders and suppliers, while working proactively to create alignment and drive common solutions. Profile We believe you have a relevant university degree and at least 5 years of experience within purchasing/procurement. You have strong negotiation sk...