Strategic Buyer

Om jobbet

The Opportunity

Are you ready to play a central role in connecting suppliers and internal functions? We are now looking for a Strategic Buyer - Power & Industry Components to join our team in Ludvika. If you're driven, structured, and have a result-oriented mindset, this could be your next challenge.

As a Strategic Buyer, you'll play a vital role in driving and coordinating strategic sourcing activities in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders such as design, sales, production, and operational purchasing. You'll also support day-to-day operations to help minimize disruptions in our supply chain.

Power & Industry Components is embarking on an exciting growth journey, with significant expansion expected in the coming years. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our business development and be part of a team that's shaping the future.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to learn more about you and how you can contribute to our team.

How you'll make an impact

Maintain and develop the supplier base with a focus on quality, delivery, and total cost

Conduct regular supplier evaluations in collaboration with local buyers and initiate improvement projects when needed

Identify new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team

Coordinate, collaborate, and support the business in various supply chain management topics

Define and drive local sourcing strategies aligned with regional sourcing strategies, in collaboration with the regional SCM Manager

Perform benchmark studies for the local factory team

Your Background

You are a curious individual with the drive to challenge both yourself and the organization in pursuit of continuous improvement

Strong communication and networking abilities, combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Relevant education and several years of experience in a similar role within the supply chain function

A strong sense of ownership and an entrepreneurial mindset

Proficient in MS tools - Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI, etc.

As part of a company operating on a global stage, fluency in English is required

What we offer

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

More about us

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!

Recruiting manager Karina Larsson, karina.larsson@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 10 7387043. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Antra Volujevica, antra.volujevica@hitachienergy.com.