Strategic Purchaser

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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. Focus area will be technically advanced harnesses & connectors for airborne and naval applications.

As a Strategic Purchaser in the Harnesses & Components team, you will be part of a team driving the strategic agenda in relation to key suppliers and technologies for Saab Surveillance's 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 design 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. You will be highly involved in design discussions with R&D and our suppliers concerning harnesses and connectors where a technical interest is necessary.

A Strategic Purchaser is responsible for driving strategic sourcing activities for the business area's 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.

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 Saab's 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:

• Significant 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.
• Technical knowledge and interest
• 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
• Procurement- or technical experience in harnesses & connectors

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.

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Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,100 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 defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here

Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and that the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement.