Buyer - Direct Material

We are looking for a Buyer within direct material for a company in Gothenburg. Start is in April,6-month limited contract to begin with.

We are now looking for a Senior Buyer within the Powertrain systems and Accessories. A developing and challenging area where you together with a procurement team located in EU and China, together with stakeholders such as R&D, Strategy & Business, Manufacturing & Logistics, will contribute to create world class powertrain solutions.

Procurement (DM) is responsible for procurement of all production materials to our Engine plants in EU and in China. Our mission is to purchase the direct material components to our plants in Europe and China, with excellent quality to the best possible value. We collaborate in a global surrounding with major stakeholders such as R&D, SQM, Manufacturing Engineering, After Market etc. We work together with our stakeholders to create and deliver supreme value together with our suppliers. Additionally, you will be encouraged to take on responsibilities outside of your main areas of responsibility in order to broaden your personal skills and advance your development.

To drive and develop the purchasing work within base engine

Responsible for identifying and implementing cost reductions

Be the first point of supplier contact

Responsible for market benchmarks and supplier evaluations

Strategic sourcing and negotiation

Responsible for cooperation with the internal customers

Ordering and handling of agreements etc.

Responsible for developing and optimizing the supplier base

To fit in this complex area, we look for a person, who is commercial and result driven. You are motivated and creative in order to find new solutions and opportunities and dare to challenge the status quo. Are a strong team player who are honest, with high integrity and actively work with self-development. Have the ability to handle parallel projects, like challenges and are focused on setting and reaching goals.

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