Strategic Buyer

Are you an experienced purchaser looking for a pivotal role in driving sustainable procurement practices Vattenfalls Procurement for Customer and Energy Solutions team offers you an opportunity to lead and innovate in a senior capacity.

Our Procurement for Customer and Energy Solutions team is international and highly experienced engaged across almost all Vattenfall countries. As a Strategic Purchaser at Vattenfall you will play a crucial role in shaping our procurement strategy driving sustainable and inclusive practices across various highimpact categories including customer/financial services and decentralized energy solutions.

We are seeking a seasoned professional who is not only passionate about Procurement but also exhibits strong leadership qualities and strategic vision. You will report directly to the Head of Procurement Decentral Category Management Customer & Energy Solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Alignment of procurement plans together with your Business partners and other relevant stakeholders
• Investigation of supplier market development and implementation of advanced category and contracting strategies with a strong emphasis on sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
• Establishment of contracts in close collaboration with Legal department and other stakeholders including contract management
• Lead and mentor crossfunctional teams in complex supplier negotiations contract development and supplier relationship management ensuring equitable treatment and strategic partnerships.
• Initiate and drive highimpact continuous improvement initiatives to reduce environmental impact enhance energy efficiency and promote circular economy principles within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders and business leaders to integrate advanced sustainability and D&I requirements into procurement strategies set highlevel supplier evaluation criteria and promote innovation and transparency within the supply chain.
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance on procurement policies and practices ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lessons learned and best practice approach.

Qualifications :

Your Profile as a Strategic Buyer

We are looking for a driven procurement professional who excels in establishing strategic goals and a shared vision among team members. You understand the importance of leadership and strategic direction and are skilled at fostering a culture of excellence and respect. You bring valuable insights and advanced expertise that drive organizational success.

You can recognize yourself in the following qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic procurement or category management with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability and D&I principles.
• Masters degree in business administration Supply Chain Management or a related field. Relevant professional certifications are highly desirable.
• Solid procurement toolbox and strong methodological skills ability to prioritize and to structure in order to cope with complex environment and scopes. Indepth understanding of sustainable procurement practices including life cycle assessment and responsible sourcing standards.
• Previous experiences in energy business especially Decentral Energy Solutions is an advantage
• Experience regarding Swedish construction law entreprenadjuridik) is an advantage
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to inspire and influence senior management and diverse international teams.
• Fluent in Swedish and a high professional level of English is crucial. Proficiency in Finnish is an advantage.

Additional Information :

Our Offer

Vattenfall offers a unique opportunity to work for a clean energy company committed to creating fossilfree energy within one generation. You will be part of a challenging and dynamic international work environment collaborating with some of the best professionals in the field.

• Lead highimpact projects with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams where your strategic input is valued.
• Enjoy a healthy worklife balance and ample opportunities for professional development.
• Engage in an international and multicultural work environment with motivated colleagues.

Location: Solna (Stockholm)

For more information about the role please contact Hiring Manager: Holger Arendt at For more information about the recruitment process we welcome you to contact Elisabeth Hagman at

Trade union representatives in Sweden are Rolf Ohlsson (Akademikerna) Christer Gustafsson (Ledarna) Juha Siipilehto (SEKO) and Anders Bohlin (Unionen). To get in contact with the representatives please call Vattenfalls switchboard.

We welcome your application in English no later than 11/04/2025. Please apply only with your CV we do not accept Cover Letters. We only accept applications through our website.

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender ethnicity age transgender identity or expression religion or other belief disability or sexual orientation. Click here for further information. 

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason a preemployment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall.

We look forward to receiving your application!