Junior Strategic Buyer

The path to your next job starts here Are you interested in procurement and looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a degree in engineering or economics with a focus on procurement and want to work in a global organization where you can grow? We are currently seeking a Junior Strategic Buyer for a leading company in Västerås. In this role, you will: As a Junior Strategic Buyer, you will drive procurement and supplier base management activities within your category while developing and implementing a local procurement strategy. You will monitor the supplier market and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and commercial aspects. The job involves leading commercial negotiations, managing price changes and supplier agreements, as well as being responsible for purchases related to the introduction of new products. The role of Junior Strategic Buyer also includes developing and implementing processes and policies for Supply Chain Management (SCM) in close collaboration with the global process improvement team. As a primary user of SCM's IS/IT applications, such as SAP Ariba, you will be an important contact person for system-related inquiries and support for your colleagues. Requirements: - Degree in engineering or economics with a focus on Supply Chain Management - Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written - Advanced skills in Excel Meritorious: - Interest in technology - Knowledge of industrial goods and supplier markets in a global context - Experience with SAP, Ariba, or similar systems is a plus About you: To thrive in the role of Junior Strategic Buyer, we see that you are analytical, communicative, and unpretentious. You have a strong drive, are independent but enjoy collaborating with colleagues and external parties. You have the potential to grow into larger roles and are positive with a desire to contribute to the team's development. About Framtiden: At Framtiden, we work with both staffing and recruitment. We aim to make a difference in people's lives by helping them find the right job and the right colleague. We specialize in recruiting the right talents for the right companies and have offices in seven locations across Sweden. For this position, you will initially be employed through us at Framtiden. Recruitment process: 1. Phone interview with Framtiden 2. Interview with Framtiden 3. Reference checks 4. Interview with the company 5. Decision on employment Conditions: - Employment type: Full-time - Start date: Immediate - Location: Västerås - Working hours: Office hours