Strategic Purchaser
Strategic Purchaser
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Your role
We are looking for an experienced Strategic Purchaser to drive our strategic agenda going forward. Are you a team player have ability to take decisions and experienced in driving effective supplier relations you might be the one we are looking for.
As a Strategic Purchaser in the team you will be part of a team driving the strategic agenda in relation to key suppliers and technologies for Saab Surveillances products. You will have an account responsibility for strategic suppliers meaning commercial responsibility to secure optimized business solutions for Saab. You will work very close to business development product management and contract owner to align cost and technology roadmaps with our critical suppliers building on supply market intelligence. You will also be responsible for the performance of the supplier throughout the lifecycle supporting the supply management organization for escalated issues.
A Strategic Purchaser is responsible for driving strategic sourcing activities for the business areas development projects. The main focus of the position is to ensure a competitive Supplier set up for each specific project and program; to secure a successful launch of the same; and be responsible for establishing and carrying out a competitive life cycle solution. Your responsibilities will also include setting up contractual agreements; sourcing materials and services as well as continuously building governing and improving Supplier relationships/cooperation.
In this critical and important role you might also be assigned to specific projects; such as localization to set up supply chains in strategic countries supporting sales and industrial cooperation; or conducting analysis of strategic make-buy projects.
Your profile
We are looking for a committed and driven individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys making a difference. You are motivated by contributing to Saabs success have fun at work and are eager to be part of our journey of change and improvement. With your strong business understanding and customer focus you combine strategic thinking with the ability to act and deliver results. You are a true team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and create positive energy around you. The role involves travel to Saab offices and suppliers both nationally and internationally.
We are looking for you who have:
- extensive experience in strategic sourcing
- the ability to develop suitable contracts to support the commercial intent
- legal and commercial interest as well as relevant experience
- experience in driving effective supplier relations
- proven ability to make decisions even without having all facts at hand
- strong commitment and a result-driven mindset with the ability to generate energy within teams
- good knowledge of management systems Code of Conduct IFS etc.
- excellent skills in spoken and written English and Swedish
Meriting experiences:
- a degree in engineering or equivalent education
- previous experience from an industrial or technology-driven company
- background in strategic procurement within a technical environment
This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.
What you will be part of
Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges create smart inventions and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds brave pioneers and everyone in between. Together we achieve the extraordinary each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26000 talented people Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
Saab designs manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics weapons command and control sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defense capability of several nations. Read more about ushere
Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and that the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement.
Employment Type
Full-Time
