Category Buyer

Category Buyer - Machined Parts

Are you passionate about driving change and creating lasting value? Join our dynamic team as a Category Buyer - Machined Parts and be a key player in optimizing a critical area within our global sourcing strategy. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape supplier relationships and deliver outstanding results in quality, delivery, cost, sustainability, and technology (QDCST). Become part of our Global Sourcing Mechanics & Electromechanics team and contribute directly to our continuous improvement and innovation efforts.

Your role

As a Category Buyer for Machined Parts, you will take ownership of your category and lead strategic initiatives that deliver value across QDCST.

You will:

• Develop and execute the category strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Drive transformation within the supplier base, introducing new suppliers, managing transfers, and implementing engineering changes.
• Lead negotiations and supplier relationship management, securing competitive agreements and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, production, and other teams to optimize time-to-market and operational excellence.
• Champion continuous improvement, setting new standards and inspiring others to adopt innovative sourcing practices.
• Ensure proactive risk management, including monitoring geopolitical developments and creating contingency plans.
• Seek synergies across business areas, leveraging scale and expertise to maximize value.

Your work will have a direct impact on our ability to deliver value to customers and support growth. You will be part of initiatives aiming for improvements – influence decisions, challenge established patterns, inspire others and set new standards for sourcing excellence. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy influencing stakeholders, and to drive change, this is your opportunity.

You report to Global Category Manager.

To succeed, you will need

• Demonstrated expertise in sourcing or category management, specifically in technical or mechanical components.
• Proven project leadership capabilities with a track record of influencing cross-functional teams and delivering strategic outcomes.
• A strategic yet pragmatic mindset, capable of balancing high-level planning with hands-on execution.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, comfortable engaging in complex and challenging discussions.
• Resilience and adaptability to navigate ambiguity, change, and evolving business landscapes effectively.
• High ethical standards combined with a collaborative and inclusive working style.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement — we value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

In return, we offer

At Atlas Copco, we believe in innovation, sustainability, and people-centric leadership. We offer:

• An inclusive workplace where diversity is seen as a strength.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• A company committed to making a positive impact on society and the planet.

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our HQ in Sickla, Sweden.

Application & more information

Please submit your application including your CV (no cover letter needed) and answer a few role-related questions. Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email.

The recruitment process includes application screening, interviews, and for the final candidate, reference and background checks.

For questions, feel free to contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Hanna Andersson ) or Recruiting Manager Emma Björkman ).

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