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We are looking for a Senior Buyer - Strategic and Operational Procurement for a global automotive company in Gothenburg. Start is ASAP, 14 months limited contract to begin with. This role is 100% onsite in Gothenburg. Assignment description We are looking for a consultant with solid experience from Strategic and Operational procurement who can quickly contribute in an established organization.  The Visibility team is part of Global Procurement and is responsible for sourcing and supplier management of components within Exterior Lighting, Mirrors, Washer and Wiper systems. The role is focused on the Lighting scope and involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers in a global environment.  The position is located in Gothenburg and is part of an experienced procurement organization working cross‑functionally with R&D, Quality, Finance and Logistics.  What you’ll do: In this consultant assignment, you will support the Visibility team with senior procurement competence and take responsibility for defined sourcing and supplier management activities.  Your responsibilities include: Driving and supporting sourcing activities within the Visibility TopHat scope Leading commercial negotiations and Supplier cost performance within agreed mandates Managing supplier performance, cost development and risk topics Acting as the procurement interface towards R&D and project teams Contributing to procurement processes, governance and continuous improvement Working in accordance with the company's purchasing processes and ways of working Requirements: Several years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, preferably within automotive or industrial environments Strong commercial understanding and negotiation experience Experience working cross‑functionally with engineering and project organizations A structured, analytical and pragmatic approach Ability to work independently within a time‑limited assignment Fluency in English, both written and verbal Personal attributes: Professional and reliable Solution‑oriented and delivery focused Comfortable working in a dynamic, international setting where the pace is high  This is a full-time consultant position in Gothenburg through Incluso. Start is ASAP, 14 months limited contract to begin with. This role is 100% onsite in Gothenburg. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible since we will review the applications on an on-going basis. For more information about this role, please contact Marianne Nilsson recruiter at Incluso.

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen. If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow. At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you. Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life. What you’ll do Right now, we are looking for an Operational Purchaser to join our team in Boden. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring a reliable, efficient, and scalable purchasing flow to support our growing operations. At Stegra, we are building a high-performing procurement function where speed, quality, and reliability are critical. You will help ensure that everything we buy flows seamlessly from requisition to payment, while also contributing to improving how we work. We are continuously working to develop and improve our processes, flows, and level of automation, with the ambition to create a lean and highly efficient setup. As we are still in a ramp-up phase, the role will include hands-on administrative and operational tasks in the day-to-day work. In this role, you will: * Execute the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process with accuracy and efficiency * Manage purchasing activities including purchase requisitions, RFQs, purchase orders, and goods/service receipt handling * Monitor pricing, manage 3-way match deviations, and support issue resolution * Follow up on suppliers and deliveries to ensure reliable execution * Identify opportunities to improve flow efficiency, reduce cycle times, and increase automation * Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across operations, sourcing, category management, and finance, as well as with suppliers * Support the development of transparent and data-driven procurement processes * Guide stakeholders in applying effective and lean procurement practices * Work across both Direct and Indirect purchasing categories What you’ll bring You are structured, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. You enjoy working close to operations and take ownership of ensuring things run smoothly. We also believe that you: * Collaborate well with different stakeholders and have great communication skills * Will take initiatives and drive improvements * Can balance structure with flexibility in a fast-paced setting * Are solution-oriented and service-minded Specific to this role, we would like to see that you can tick off a fair amount of the boxes below * Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field * Experience in operational procurement/ purchasing, or supply chain execution, preferably within industry or manufacturing * Good understanding of end-to-end purchasing processes (P2P) * Experience working in ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA is a plus * Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously * Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices is an advantage You will be part of Stegra’s Purchasing team — a growing function where you will have the opportunity to influence ways of working and contribute to building a modern procurement organization. At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive. You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature. Read more about Benefits at Stegra here. This is Stegra Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future. Our Boden Site Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life. Boden Video

We are looking for an experienced and self‑motivated Senior Tactical Buyer within our procurement team who wants to make a real difference at Stena Line. In this role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives, drive the execution of key projects and category strategies, and help create value across the business through strong supplier management, commercial insight and stakeholder collaboration. You will act as a key link between operational procurement, category management, suppliers and internal stakeholders. With your procurement expertise, you will lead negotiations, optimize supplier relationships and contracts, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, quality, compliance and total cost of ownership. As a senior member of the team, you will also contribute to the development of procurement ways of working, provide guidance in cross-functional projects and support colleagues by sharing knowledge and coaching Tactical and Operational Buyers. Some of your key responsibilities: Develop and drive buying and sourcing strategies aligned with internal stakeholder needs, category strategies and overall procurement objectives Leading end-to-end sourcing projects, from requirement definition with stakeholders, to supplier selection and contract negotiation and implementation Drive RFIs, RFQs, including market analysis, supplier screening, evaluation and shortlisting Lead key supplier negotiations Managing Supplier Relationship What you will experience As a Stena Line employee in Sweden, we offer you a salary package including pension benefit and benefits package consisting of travel concessions and onboard discounts, health cash plan and well-being activities. Based in our Gothenburg office, this role follows an office-first approach, allowing you to work closely with a collaborative Procurement team and both internal and external stakeholders. Who are you? At Stena Line, your personal qualities matter just as much as your skills and expertise. Regardless of the role, being welcoming, caring, and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face. We also believe you have a strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset and enjoy finding smart, effective solutions. You're an enthusiastic and self‑motivated team player who brings a clear "yes‑we‑can" attitude into everything you do. With excellent communication skills, you're comfortable expressing ideas and collaborating with others. You thrive in a changing environment, are flexible by nature, and are driven by continuous development. Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field Solid experience in leading sourcing projects and negotiating commercial contracts Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex supplier and internal stakeholder relationships Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools Proven ability to coach, mentor or support colleagues Excellent communication skills in English and Swedish, both written and spoken Interested? This is a full-time, permanent position based in Gothenburg within our Procurement department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your application in English as soon as possible but no later than August 9th, 2026. We are having an ongoing selection, so do not wait with your application. To ensure the secure and structured processing of your personal data, we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system. Please note that due to the holiday season, the recruitment process will start in week 34. We have collective bargaining agreements with Unionen, among others, who you can contact for more information. Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. We may conduct background checks as part of our efforts to ensure the quality of our recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Hedwig Blixt, Talent Acquisition Partner, mailto:hedwig.blixt@stenaline.com. Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. About Stena Line As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe's most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 8,750 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company. Working at Stena Line means having a safe and stable workplace and a great work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants

Om kunden En världsledande aktör inom avancerad militär utbildningsmateriel med kunder över hela världen. Med den senaste tekniken och ett starkt fokus på innovation erbjuder företaget en arbetsmiljö där människan och utveckling står i centrum. Här ges du möjlighet att växa och bidra till lösningar och utveckling inom ett stabilt och framåtlutat bolag i en unik bransch. Om tjänsten En tvådelad tjänst på inköpsavdelningen som kombinerar konsultkoordination och operativt inköpsarbete. Som konsultkoordinator är du en nyckelperson i samarbetet mellan verksamheten, konsultbolag och inköpsorganisationen. Du stöttar chefer i hela konsultinköpsprocessen genom utbildning, löpande rådgivning och uppföljning av avtal. Rollen innebär även ansvar för kontakter med konsultbolag och inköpsorganisation, hantering av förfrågningar och konsultuppdrag i system, uppdatering av relevanta underlag samt administration av den centrala SharePoint-sidan. Du säkerställer att processer, prislistor och kompetenskategorier är uppdaterade och fungerar som support i frågor kopplade till konsultprocessen. Inom operativt inköp arbetar du nära både interna funktioner och leverantörer för att säkerställa att material finns tillgängligt, i rätt tid och enligt överenskomna villkor. Arbetet är varierat och kombinerar operativa och taktiska inslag. Rollen präglas av samarbete, kommunikation och löpande uppföljning, och ger stor insyn i flera delar av verksamheten. Du har en central roll i den dagliga dialogen med leverantörer och fungerar som en naturlig kontaktpunkt. Du har även ett tätt samarbete med strategiska inköpare och övriga organisationen. Din kompetens Utbildning inom inköp/logistik eller motsvarande på lägst KY/YH-nivå Minst 1 års erfarenhet av operativt inköp Mycket goda kunskaper i svenska och engelska, både i tal och skrift. Körkort B Som person är du kommunikativ och trivs i en roll med många kontaktytor, både internt och externt och trivs med att hjälpa och koordinera andra i en stödjande funktion. Du har lätt för att skapa samarbete och ser dialogen med leverantörer, kollegor och andra funktioner som en naturlig del av arbetet. Du arbetar lösningsorienterat och tar ansvar för ditt arbete där du driver dina uppgifter framåt med struktur och effektivitet. Samtidigt är du en lagspelare som uppskattar att arbeta tillsammans i team. Du bidrar med ett positivt förhållningssätt i vardagen och har en öppen inställning till förändringar. Att lära dig nya arbetssätt, system eller processer ser du som en naturlig del av din utveckling. Övrigt Lön: Fast månadslön Omfattning: Heltid, tillsvidare Start: Omgående med hänsyn tagen till din eventuella uppsägningstid Placeringsort: Jönköping Befattningen kräver att du genomgår och godkänns enligt vid var tid gällande bestämmelser för säkerhetsskydd, tjänsten kräver svenskt medborgarskap. Vi behandlar ansökningar löpande och tjänsten kan komma att tillsättas innan ansökningstiden har gått ut, skicka din ansökan redan idag! Om oss Procruitment är Sveriges enda karriärbyrå inom IT, tech och engineering som genom proaktiv rekrytering förenar attraktiva arbetsgivare med människor som delar samma mål och ambitioner. Oavsett om du är en erfaren ledare eller om du ska ta ditt första steg ut i karriären hjälper vi dig att nå dina karriärmål - samtidigt som vi bryr oss om dig, din resa och att du mår bra längs vägen. Procruitment är stolta vinnare av Recruitment Awards och är utsedda till Årets Rekryteringsföretag och Årets Raket samt Gasellföretag 2024 av Dagens Industri.

The opportunity Are you a strategic supply chain leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? At Hitachi Energy, we're looking for a Factory Supply Chain Manager to join our Transformer Factory in Ludvika and play a key role in securing the materials, supplier partnerships, and supply chain performance that power our growing business. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and results-driven leader who enjoys building strong relationships, leading change, and making a tangible impact in an international organization at the forefront of the energy transition. If you're passionate about people, supply chain excellence, and delivering business results, we would love to hear from you. How you’ll make an impact Be the primary factory responsible for strategic sourcing activities by ensuring material availability, delivery performance and cost competitiveness. Develop and lead a competent, technically strong SCM team to support operations. Manage assigned spend with a short term and medium term sourcing strategy to meet targets on total cost of ownership, quality, and reliability of supplies. Select, qualify, and classify suppliers. Negotiate and sign contracts with key global suppliers and local suppliers. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Apply SCM standards, tools, and processes to ensure business continuity. Collaborate with other functions and across similar factories on backlog execution, new product introduction, escalation cases and synergies. Implements the sourcing strategy in the factory in line PL/Hub. Own the factory liaison to the Hub/BU category teams in order to provide input to the category Control of material costs and lead times at tender stage. Measure gaps tender/actuals investigate on root causes and take adequate corrective/preventive measures. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. Your background Proven experience as Supply Chain Leader, preferably in a heavy industry product assembly environment Experience in operational procurement, transportation, and logistics as well in contract negotiations and supply performance improvement projects As a leader you have good listening, communication & influencing skills to build trust with your team and different stakeholders Strong Collaborative skills and Non Silo working. You are inspirational, result-driven, and people-oriented, have a flair for business and like to work in a multi-cultural environment It is an advantage if you have knowledge of ERP systems English is required, both written and spoken. More about us Do you find this position interesting? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! Questions regarding the position? Questions can be asked to Talent Partner Eva.scholin@hitachienergy.com. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, +46 107-38 27 47.

ABOUT THE ROLE X Shore is in an exciting restart phase, with the business being rebuilt under new ownership. We are now looking for an Operational Buyer who wants to help ensure the supply of materials to our production and contribute to building efficient working methods in procurement and logistics. This is an operational role with a strong focus on execution. We are looking for someone who thrives working close to the business, takes ownership and drives issues to completion. You are solution-oriented, structured and comfortable working in an environment where not all processes are yet fully established. The position is based on-site at our office and production facility in Nyköping. RESPONSIBILITIES * Place and administer purchase orders. * Follow up on order confirmations, delivery dates and open purchase orders. * Actively monitor material flow and ensure materials are delivered on time. * Handle delivery delays and escalate with suppliers when necessary. * Identify alternative solutions to minimise risks of production stoppages. * Map, follow up and report order status. * Manage booking and coordination of incoming transports. * Ensure correct information in the ERP system and follow-up tools. * Work closely with production, planning, warehouse and suppliers. * Contribute to developing and improving procurement and logistics processes. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS * Minimum 3 years of experience in operational purchasing, material planning or a similar role within manufacturing industry. * Documented experience with order placement, delivery monitoring and supplier follow-up. * Experience handling delivery deviations, shortage situations and escalations. * Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accustomed to using Excel for follow-up, planning and analysis. * Strong system proficiency. * Good command of Swedish and English, both spoken and written. * Ability to work on-site in Nyköping. DESIRABLE * Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365. * Experience from the automotive, marine, electronics or other manufacturing industry. * Experience from companies in growth, transformation or restart phases. PERSONAL QUALITIES TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE, WE BELIEVE YOU: * Are solution-oriented and find ways forward when problems arise. * Are self-driven and take ownership of your areas of responsibility. * Are structured and thorough in your work. * Have a strong drive and follow up on activities until they are completed. * Thrive in a fast-paced environment with many parallel activities. * Have strong collaborative skills and build trusted relationships with both colleagues and suppliers. * Are flexible and thrive in a business where working methods and processes are still evolving. WHAT WE OFFER At X Shore, you get the opportunity to be part of an exciting journey where you will have significant responsibility and the ability to make an impact. You will become a key member of the team building up the business and ensuring that the material supply chain works efficiently and reliably.

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description We are looking for an experienced Strategic Purchaser / Project Leader What You Will Work On Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories and projects Lead supplier selection, evaluation, negotiations, and contract management Drive supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and value creation Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across the supply chain Support major supplier escalations and operational issues Collaborate with engineering, quality, logistics, and operations teams Lead procurement-related internal and external development projects Contribute to continuous improvement of the supply chain and logistics processes Manage supplier relationships and stakeholder communication Support procurement strategy and business objectives Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvements What You Bring Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Business Engineering Supply Chain Management Or a related field 5+ years of experience in: Strategic Procurement Strategic Sourcing Supplier Management Supply Chain Strong experience with: Supplier Negotiations Contract Management Procurement Strategy Supplier Development Stakeholder Management Experience leading procurement or supply chain projects Strong analytical and commercial mindset Excellent communication and collaboration skills Fluent in both Swedish and English

Job Description WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US Are you passionate about procurement, supplier collaboration and driving operational excellence? As a Buyer within our team, you’ll play a key role in securing timely and high-quality deliveries of Window Campaigns and printed materials that drive traffic to our stores, increase sales and strengthen our amazing Brand! If you're a skilled negotiator, a problem solver and a relationship builder - this is your chance to turn operational excellence into real business impact. WHAT YOU’LL DO In this role, you’ll manage the end-to-end procurement process with a focus on operational and tactical buying. You’ll work closely with Product Developers, Buyers, Category Buyers, Supply Planners as well as suppliers, internal stakeholders within Marketing, and local teams to ensure that our supply chain runs smoothly and, in a context, where we seek constant opportunities to create magic campaigns and activations. As a Buyer in our team, you will have responsibility over several suppliers, working strategically to develop our supplier base throughout the SRM Process. Your responsibilities include: Run Campaigns and activations within a cross-functional team. Taking full ownership of the procurement part in Campaign Management. Manage contract setup, order placement, delivery follow-up, and issue resolution. Conduct tactical negotiations for material purchases. Ensure compliance with contractual terms. Monitoring supplier capacity and resolving delivery issues across markets. Maintain accurate process and documentation of procurement activities. Ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Develop the supplier base, SRM and SPM. Tracking and evaluating supplier performance, implementing corrective actions when needed. Responsibility of Supplier admin connected to dedicated suppliers and SRM process. Identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost saving initiatives and contributing to best practices. Analysis of spend data and market analysis as part of the Category work. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You’ll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team, working closely with other Buyers, Category Buyer, Product Developers, and our Supply Planner. Our closest stakeholders and collaborative partners are Window Creators, Project Managers, and Production Leads. Other important stakeholders are our Suppliers and Non- commercial goods specialists in our Sales markets. Together, we ensure that our Campaign & Print operations support the business in delivering Traffic, Sales and Brand. WHO YOU ARE To succeed in this role, we believe you are an experienced buyer with a passion for delivering results and seeing the creative visions come to life within a short timeline. You have an inner drive to constantly find opportunities and solutions and your friendly personality act as a role model for others. You can shift between strategic thinking and analysis to executing activations within tight time-plans without compromising on critical quality and compliance. You are a team player, striving to understand the full End-to-End process to make constant improvements. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are a trustworthy relationship builder and enjoy working with both data and people. We also see that you have: A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field. 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, including 2+ years in operational buying and 2+ year in tactical sourcing. Experience from Strategic Sourcing is considered meritorious. Experience from medium to large international companies, preferably with matrix structures. Background in indirect spend categories such as consultancy services, facility management or marketing. Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to manage supplier relationships and regional coordination. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g. SAP Ariba, GEP, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. WHO WE ARE H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. An example of our benefits: 25% Staff discount on all our H&M Group brands, both in stores and online (H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories and ARKET). H&M Incentive Program – HIP. Learn more about the program here. JOIN US Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are. Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here. This is a permanent position based in Stockholm, please send your CV in English as soon as possible. Please note that due to the summer holiday period, we expect to provide feedback from mid-August onwards.  *We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.

The opportunity We're currently looking for a Group Category Manager – Digital. Someone to join our Procurement team in order to drive category strategies, optimize supplier performance, and create sustainable business value across Polestar's digital procurement landscape. Someone with a passion for business transformation, an interest in technology and digital services, and a desire to challenge the status quo to deliver measurable results. As a Group Category Manager for Digital, you'll lead a team responsible for specific categories of indirect goods and services. You will guide the team through strategic opportunity assessments, category planning, and competitive sourcing activities, while driving fact-based procurement initiatives through spend analysis, contract management, and supplier market exploration. You will play a crucial role in implementing category strategies that deliver sustainable value, enhance supplier performance, and support Polestar's long-term business objectives. This position is located in Polestar HQ, Gothenburg, Sweden. We believe in a hybrid model when it comes to remote and onsite work, knowing that both in-person collaboration and individual time to focus are needed. The responsibilities In this role, you'll be expected to lead the Digital category and drive procurement performance with clear financial and operational impact. Working as a member of the Procurement organization, you'll be instrumental in developing category strategies, influencing stakeholders, and creating sustainable business value. See below for a more thorough breakdown of the various tasks and areas you'll be responsible for: * Develop and execute category roadmaps and sourcing strategies that link procurement initiatives to financial outcomes, operational excellence, and business objectives. * Drive category performance through cost optimization, supplier performance management, value creation initiatives, and strategic negotiations with suppliers. * Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, challenge existing ways of working, and align internal and external partners around common goals. * Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals while contributing to the ongoing transformation of Procurement into a strategic value business partner. * Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership, while building and maintaining strategic networks with suppliers, Geely Group, and Volvo Cars to drive synergies and business value. The ideal candidate In order to succeed in this role, and at Polestar in general, there are a few characteristics you'll need to have. Tenacity. Flexibility. Curiosity. The ability to take initiative, influence stakeholders, and navigate complex business environments. You are a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities and the courage to challenge business needs and established ways of working when necessary. You thrive in change, communicate effectively at all levels, and are driven by delivering measurable business results through collaboration and data-driven decision-making. In addition, you'll need the following qualifications: * University degree, preferably a Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering & Management, or a related field, providing a strong foundation for strategic procurement and business decision-making. * 10+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least three years of people leadership experience, enabling you to successfully lead teams and drive organizational results. * Extensive experience in category management, procurement, strategic sourcing, and negotiations within a large enterprise environment. This expertise is essential for driving category performance and supplier value creation. * Strong analytical capabilities, including spend analysis, opportunity assessments, pricing model evaluation, and contract management, supporting fact-based decision-making and strategic planning. * Extensive experience within digital procurement categories, including digital hardware, software licensing, and digital services, combined with experience driving change and implementing strategies in complex organizations. Polestar is an international company, with various backgrounds represented. English, therefore, is the language of written and spoken communication. And though we have a global presence, we maintain the growth-mindset. Change happens often at Polestar. But so does progress. Expect an accelerating, exciting environment. The process If the above matches your ambitions, be sure to apply. Due to the summer holiday period, our recruitment process is moving at a slower pace, and we may not be able to provide updates in the meantime. We look forward to getting back to you during August.

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Automation IT/OT Specialist What You Will Work On Identify and evaluate automation opportunities within existing production facilities Analyze production equipment and recommend automation improvements Design and propose industrial automation solutions Develop User Requirement Specifications (URS) Prepare technical documentation and procurement specifications Support vendor selection and technical evaluations Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning, and system testing Support implementation and deployment of DCS-based automation solutions Evaluate automation technologies for future production systems Collaborate with engineering, production, and IT/OT teams Ensure compliance with automation standards and validation requirements Support system integration and industrial communication solutions Participate in change control and documentation activities Drive continuous improvements within automation and OT environments What You Bring Several years of experience delivering automation solutions in manufacturing environments Strong expertise in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Experience with DCS design, integration, implementation, and commissioning Good understanding of Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and automation networks Experience working in regulated industries with validation and documentation requirements Experience with change control and quality documentation Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills Fluent Swedish and English, both spoken and written Ability to work across engineering and business teams

The opportunity Are you a customer-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence, logistics and leading high-performing teams? Our Surge Arresters business in Ludvika is looking for an Order & Shipping Manager to lead the end-to-end order fulfillment and shipping process, ensuring that our customers around the world receive their products safely, efficiently, and on time. In this key leadership role, you will manage a team of order managers and shipping specialists and work closely with Production, Planning, Procurement, Quality, Finance, and Sales to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. At our Surge Arresters unit in Ludvika, you will play a vital role in the leadership team where you´ll be able to influence both operational performance and customer success. At the same time supporting the energy transition by ensuring reliable delivery of products that help protect critical power infrastructure worldwide. You will join an engaged team with a strong focus on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and customer success. How you´ll make an impact Lead the order fulfillment process from customer order through shipment and delivery. Ensure excellent on-time delivery performance and proactively manage delivery risks. Oversee shipping, transportation, export documentation, and logistics coordination. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on customer service, lead times, productivity and quality. Manage departmental performance, budget, and working capital. Develop and coach a high-performing team while fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration. Your Background Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven leadership experience within Project management, logistics, supply chain, operations, or manufacturing. Strong customer focus and stakeholder management skills. A proven track record of driving operational improvements and delivering business results. Experience driving operational improvements and business results. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems Fluent in Swedish and English. More About us Collective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development​ Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks Are you ready for an exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed after summer vacations, but don’t delay – apply today! More information: Recruiting Manager Jeren Kallberg, jeren.kallberg@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, + '+46 107 38 25 17; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, +46 107 38 46 19; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Christoffer Heyerdahl christoffer.heyerdahl@hitachienergy.com

Supplier Liaison & Quality Assistant to support supply chain operations and coordinate daily communication with manufacturing partners in China. Core Roles & Responsibilities: Purchasing Administration: Create, register, and follow up on purchase orders to support accurate procurement. Partner Communication: Act as the operational point of contact for Chinese manufacturing partners, handling routine communication in Mandarin. Production Tracking: Monitor production progress, lead times, and delivery schedules to keep internal systems updated. Data & Documentation Management: Maintain supplier details, product catalogs, SKU information, and order documentation. Logistics & Inventory Support: Track inventory, shipment arrivals, and fulfillment schedules with logistics contacts. Sample Handling: Coordinate product sample shipments, including prototypes, showroom samples, and production samples. Operational Support: Support supply chain, product development, and operations teams with day-to-day administrative tasks. Core Competencies: Language Proficiency: Fluent in Mandarin for partner communication and English for internal reporting and documentation. Attention to Detail: Accurate when managing order data, inventory numbers, documentation, and schedules. Administrative Efficiency: Comfortable using administrative tools and internal systems to track production and logistics. Communication: Clear, professional, and consistent with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Reliability: Proactively follows up on routine tasks and pending operational items.

The opportunity We're currently looking for a Group Category Manager – Corporate Services & Professional Services to join our Procurement team. In this role, you will lead a team responsible for shaping and developing key indirect procurement categories, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, and creating long-term business value. This is a role for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and commercial impact, someone who can challenge the status quo, influence stakeholders, and turn procurement into a true value driver for the business. This position is based in Gothenburg. We believe in combining in-person collaboration with flexibility to focus where you work best. The responsibilities In this role, you'll take full ownership of your categories, ensuring they deliver measurable value to the business. As part of the Procurement organization, you will: * Lead and develop category strategies, linking procurement activities to financial and operational outcomes * Drive high-impact sourcing initiatives, including complex negotiations and supplier selection * Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and challenge business needs when required * Lead and coach a team of category professionals, including hiring and performance management * Monitor category performance, including cost optimization, supplier performance, and value creation The ideal candidate To succeed in this role, you bring a combination of strategic mindset, leadership capability, and commercial sharpness. You are confident challenging stakeholders, navigating complexity, and driving change in large organizations. You demonstrate strong analytical thinking, are comfortable making decisions based on data, and have the courage to push initiatives forward even in demanding situations. With a collaborative and proactive approach, you build trust across functions while maintaining a clear focus on business outcomes. In addition, you'll need the following qualifications: * Extensive experience in category management and indirect procurement, enabling you to identify opportunities and drive value in complex categories * Proven track record in strategic sourcing and negotiations, critical to delivering measurable business impact * Solid experience in leading teams, ensuring performance, development, and engagement * Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis and category planning, supporting fact-based decision-making * A relevant university degree (e.g. Business Administration, Engineering) and 10+ years of experience, including senior-level responsibilities Polestar is an international company, with various backgrounds represented. English is the language of written and spoken communication. Change happens often, but so does progress. Expect an exciting, fast-moving environment where you can make a real impact. The process If the above matches your ambitions, we encourage you to apply. The selection process is ongoing, and the role will remain open until filled. As we move through the Swedish summer holiday season, there may be a slight delay in our process. We look forward to getting back to you in August. The Polestar journey is an electric one.

IRnova is growing and we are now recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join our highly motivated team. The position is based in Kista, Stockholm. The position combines both strategic and operational responsibilities Main tasks: Suppliers: Identify, evaluate and source new suppliers and also keep good relationships with the existing suppliers. Negotiations: Negotiate prices, conditions for agreements and terms & conditions and also warranties. The purchasing process: Place orders, follow up on deliveries and control invoices. Analysis and prognosis: Analyse the need of purchasing, stock levels and market trends. Strategic/Operative: Work with the suppliers for long terms (strategic) or current purchasing and stocks (operative). Work to optimize the companies purchasing processes, lower costs and minimize the risks. Who Are You You possess a technical background along with prior experience in a purchasing role within a technical environment. As our Purchasing Manager we believe you check the following boxes: Analytical abilities: Analyse data to make well substantiated decisions. Communication: Good ability to negotiate and collaborate with internal and external parties. Digital Competence: Good use of business systems and digital tools for purchasing. Structured: Ability to handle several projects at the same time and under time pressure. What you get at IRnova The position will offer you a dynamic and challenging, yet friendly and fun, environment that will present numerous opportunities to discover your potential through training and development. At IRnova, you will work in the Electrum Laboratory in Kista, a state-of-the-art facility that contributes to making the time from groundbreaking scientific results to fully featured commercial products surprisingly short. The recent success of its latest released products means it’s time to get new hands on-board for the coming expansion. As an employee at IRnova, you will have access to their benefits package, which includes among other things, 30 vacation days, pension plan ITP and health care benefits. There is also an incentive employee stock options plan, where all employees get the opportunity to invest in the company and benefit from the growth ahead. Your future Employer IRnova is part of a handful of companies in the world capable of producing cooled infrared detectors. These devices, relying on the fascinating principles of quantum physics, serve both the defence and industrial markets, with applications ranging from tank sights and anti-air systems to search and rescue and optical gas imaging. An increasingly important market is space, where IRnova’s world-leading T2SL technology can be used in the extended shortwave region for Earth observation from satellites. Your application Very welcome with your application! In this recruitment, IRnova collaborates with Thalamus. Please contact Camilla Molander at 070-307 12 50 or Eva Baumgartner, 070-593 65 20 with your questions. We will read applications continuously and the position may be filled before last day of application, so please send us your application today. Last day to apply is 2026-05-30 Please submit your application in English.

Academic Resource is searching for a Direct Sourcing Lead / Planner to Life Science company in Uppsala. The job is a fulltime consultancy assignment, for 6 months initially with opportunities for extension. Location in Uppsala. Start as soon as possible. Description of the role / job tasks: The Direct Sourcing Lead is accountable for strategic and operational sourcing execution with full ownership for assigned commodities and suppliers. • Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and suppliers, delivering competitive advantage through supplier selection, development, consolidation, and performance optimization. • Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including RFQs, negotiations, contracting, and purchase execution for assigned category. • Maintain full accountability for buy execution, meeting deflation, cost reduction, and KPI targets. • Drive supplier performance, optimization, and continuous improvement. • Perform detailed cost and manufacturing process analysis to ensure highest quality at the lowest total cost of ownership. • Analyze and apply structured sourcing tools for risk and spend optimization to deliver and improve sourcing targets • Collaborate closely with key business stakeholders to identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers and to ensure sourced material and services meet the needs of the business. • Building deep relationships with Strategic Suppliers driving early supplier engagement into NPI/NPD process, and long-term partnership for wing-to-wing product lifecycle. • Driving improvements in sourcing processes including escalations due to delivery/quality issues, invoicing/payables issues, and database management • Monitor global markets and regulatory trends and developments, become a commodity expert for the assigned commodities and proactively adapting sourcing strategies to mitigate risk and ensure long term supply security. • Working with businesses and suppliers to manage and track implementation of supply agreements, communicating to Business General Managers and other senior staff, obtain sign-off for projects. Requirements for the role: • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology or Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Packaging Engineering or other technical discipline OR Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing / Direct Procurement OR 9+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement if no technical degree. • 8-9 years of experience in direct procurement, strategic sourcing, GMP, regulated chemical supply markets, regulatory requirements, and sourcing best practices. • Life Sciences, Biotech, or Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred. • Excellent negotiations skills and analytical skills with the ability to handle and develop supplier relationships • Ability to energize, develop and establish rapport at all levels within an organization • Shown ability to execute and deliver on commitments • Experience implementing a compliant supply chain, supply agreement execution experience • Strong business/financial acumen, proficient in leading and setting direction, including demonstrated ability to motivate, influence and inspire change globally and across all levels of the organization. • High level of analytical skills and experience in driving global tender processes • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally • Fluent in English, both spoken and written. • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement analytics tools • Excellent skills in Excel and Powerpoint Nice if you also have: • Master’s degree in Management or Engineering (MBA, MS, MTech) • Procurement or Supply Chain certifications (e.g. CIPS, CPSM, PMP) • Swedish spoken and written. • Greenbelt certification preferred. Soft skills: • Self-motivated and able to work independently and within the team • Excellent negotiation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills About Academic Resource: Academic Resource is the recruitment and staffing company for academics with experience. We have extensive experience in Leasing, Recruitment and Interim Management in the service sector. Our business areas are Life Science, Economics & Finance, and HR. We operate in the service sector and mainly in Stockholm & Uppsala. As a consultant at Academic Resource you are offered: • Benefits such as occupational pension, health care allowance and parental pay. • An authorized staffing company, which means much greater security, as you are covered by the terms of the collective agreement for, for example, salary, insurance, pension and vacation. • A dedicated consultant manager who is available and keeps in constant contact with you and the client companies throughout your employment, who ensures that you enjoy and develop in your workplace! • Opportunity to develop through learning on the job as well as in varied roles at interesting client companies. Application: Selection and interviews will be ongoing. The position may be filled before the last day of application therefore we recommend that you apply as soon as possible. Submit your CV written in English. Mark your application with reference number: CSL0426 Do you have any questions? Do not hesitate to contact us by email at: rekrytering.lifescience@academicresource.se Please note that we do not accept applications via email. we take you further

Want to shape the future of waterborne transport and join a world-class team? Candela is the global leader in electric hydrofoil vessels. Since 2014, we’ve gone from building our first premium electric speedboat in a small Stockholm workshop to delivering game-changing vessels around the globe. The Candela P-12 is our latest innovation - the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry is not just operating in Stockholm, but now attracting orders from around the world. Our boats “fly” thanks to computer-guided underwater wings under the hull made out of lightweight carbon fiber. The wings lift the vessel above the water, which results in cutting energy use by up to 80%, while offering zero emissions and a far better passenger experience than traditional diesel vessels. And that’s exactly why we do this. Our mission is clear: to speed up the transition to fossil fuel–free lakes and oceans. You can be part of the amazing team in Candela now! We are looking for a Project Sourcing Specialist to support Candela’s future growth ambitions. Purpose and Goals You are a hands-on sourcing professional driving supplier selection and commercial execution in development and engineering change projects. You take ownership of sourcing activities from early supplier involvement through supplier selection and handover to operations, ensuring the right balance between cost, quality, risk, sustainability, and scalability. Working closely with R&D, Sourcing Category Managers, and Operations, you enable fast decision-making and contribute to competitive, cost-efficient products and a successful ramp-up of production. Responsibilities: Drive sourcing activities in development and ECO projects (RFQs, supplier selection, handover to production) Work closely with R&D to ensure early supplier involvement, prototyping and efficient iteration loops Support Category Managers with RFQ benchmarking and supplier insights Evaluate and select suppliers based on total cost, quality, lead time, sustainability, risk, and scalability Secure structured handover to operational purchasing (pricing, agreements, master data, logistics setup) Ensure high-quality master data and ERP setup for new parts and suppliers Drive continuous improvement, with strong focus on automation and simplification of sourcing processes Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent +3 years experience in procurement of direct material Strong ERP understanding and advanced Excel skills Skilled in supplier evaluation, negotiations, and contract handling Fluent in English (written and spoken) Structured, analytical, and execution-focused with strong stakeholder management skills Nice-to-haves: Skills and interest in automation of processes and digital tools within procurement Experience from high-growth / industrialisation environments Experience in marine, automotive, or aerospace industries Form of employment: Full-time with initial 6 month probation period Start date: ASAP Location/base: Rotebro or Frihamnen Team: Sourcing Reporting to: Director, Strategic sourcing Why people love working at Candela? At Candela, we’re not just building electric vessels - we’re creating a whole new category of clean, efficient waterborne transport. You get the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, solving complex challenges, and seeing the results in action - sometimes literally, when we organize test rides for our newcomers! We’re a diverse and ambitious team of over 50 nationalities, united by a revolutionary spirit and kindness. That means we work hard, but always with humility and while having fun - whether it’s solving a manufacturing challenge, improving processes, or cheering each other on during Candela Months, our year-round calendar of bonding activities and events. We’re office-first but not office-only. We believe collaboration is most powerful when we build together, in person - but we also trust our team to work in ways that fit their life. At Candela, you’ll find a place where bold ideas are welcomed, great people are celebrated, and the ride is just as important as the destination. Recruitment process: We aim to keep our recruitment process as straightforward and efficient as possible. As an international company with English as our corporate language, please submit your application in our corporate language as well. Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR so please use our career website for you application. We welcome the opportunity to meet you!