Strategic Sourcing Manager

At Berg Propulsion, we develop advanced propulsion solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and energy-efficient maritime industry. As part of our team, you will work closely with engineering, production, and commercial functions in an international environment where smart sourcing strategies and strong supplier partnerships are critical to success.

With over a century of maritime heritage combined with a forward-looking mindset, we offer a workplace where innovation, accountability, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Here, you'll find short decision-making paths, deep technical expertise, and the opportunity to make a real impact on both our business and the future of shipping.

If you're looking for a role where you can drive change, influence strategic decisions, and help shape the next generation of marine technology, we'd love to hear from you.

The role

Do you thrive at the intersection of technology, business, and supplier collaboration? As Strategic Sourcing Manager for Electrical System Integration, you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies that enable innovation, strengthen supply chain resilience, and support business growth. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to identify the best suppliers, negotiate commercial agreements, and drive continuous supplier performance improvements. This is a highly cross-functional role where you will have a direct impact on product development, project execution, and long-term competitiveness. You will report to our Supply Chain Director and the location is Headquarters at Hönö Pinan.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for new products, projects, and technologies aligned with our business strategies
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to support product development, quality according to long-term business needs
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage supplier agreements
• Lead supplier development and drive continuous performance improvement
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage supplier agreements
• Manage supply chain risks
• Facilitate collaboration between suppliers and internal stakeholders in projects and drive supplier participation in design reviews, cost workshops, and technical evaluations

About you

We believe you are an experienced sourcing professional who enjoys building strong supplier partnerships and creating long-term value for our business. You combine strategic thinking with a commercial mindset and thrive in an cross-functional collaborative environment in a global company. You have an interest and understanding of electrical systems and/or automation and a natural ability to solve problems along the way.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master/Bachelor degree in Engineering or Business Administration
• Strong technical knowledge, preferably from product development or product management, related to electrical systems and/or automation
• Strong understanding of supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supply chain risk management
• Experience of managing cross-functional projects and stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of cost analysis and contract management
• Fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken

What We Offer

With our location on Hönö and Öckerö, where our production facilities and offices are situated right by the water, we can offer a truly inspiring work environment. We know that people are at the heart of our business, which is why employee well-being is important to us. We place great value on teamwork, collaboration, and a strong sense of community.

In addition to joining a great team of colleagues from around the world, we also offer:

• The opportunity to make a real impact on the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help drive change within the industry.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and share knowledge and experiences.
• Attractive employee benefits, including flexible working hours, competitive pension plans, health insurance, bike leasing, and more.
• Last but not least, one of the most stunning workplace locations in the Gothenburg region, with the sea as your closest neighbour and views that are hard to beat.

For inquiries about the role contact the hiring manager: Helena Lennerstedt: helena.lennerstedt@bergpropulsion.com