Job Title: Buyer (Direct Material)
Seniority Level: Intermediate
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden (On-site)
Remote Work: Not available
Assignment Period: 01 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2027
Contract Type: Fixed-term assignment
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive and develop purchasing activities within base engine areas
- Identify and implement cost reductions
- Serve as the first point of contact for suppliers
- Conduct market benchmarks and supplier evaluations
- Lead strategic sourcing and negotiations
- Cooperate with internal customers
- Handle ordering processes and agreement management
- Develop and optimize the supplier base
- Collaborate with a procurement team across Europe and China, and stakeholders in R&D, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, and Logistics
- Take on responsibilities outside your main role to support personal growth and team development
Requirements:
- Commercial and results-driven mindset
- Strong motivation and creativity, with the ability to identify new solutions and challenge the status quo
- Team player with honesty, integrity, and a proactive approach to self-development
- Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously, goal-oriented, and focused on achieving results
- Degree in Business or Technical discipline (or equivalent)
- 2-5 years of experience in Commercial and/or Engineering roles, including negotiations and legal knowledge
- Strong business acumen and ability to prioritize work and deliver on time
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
- Proficiency in both English and Swedish is required
Required Skills:
- Procurement
Languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Proficient)
Join an international team and play a key role in delivering world-class powertrain solutions. Be a part of organizational growth and development while expanding your own skills in a dynamic, engaging environment. Apply today!
Seniority Level: Intermediate
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden (On-site)
Remote Work: Not available
Assignment Period: 01 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2027
Contract Type: Fixed-term assignment
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive and develop purchasing activities within base engine areas
- Identify and implement cost reductions
- Serve as the first point of contact for suppliers
- Conduct market benchmarks and supplier evaluations
- Lead strategic sourcing and negotiations
- Cooperate with internal customers
- Handle ordering processes and agreement management
- Develop and optimize the supplier base
- Collaborate with a procurement team across Europe and China, and stakeholders in R&D, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, and Logistics
- Take on responsibilities outside your main role to support personal growth and team development
Requirements:
- Commercial and results-driven mindset
- Strong motivation and creativity, with the ability to identify new solutions and challenge the status quo
- Team player with honesty, integrity, and a proactive approach to self-development
- Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously, goal-oriented, and focused on achieving results
- Degree in Business or Technical discipline (or equivalent)
- 2-5 years of experience in Commercial and/or Engineering roles, including negotiations and legal knowledge
- Strong business acumen and ability to prioritize work and deliver on time
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
- Proficiency in both English and Swedish is required
Required Skills:
- Procurement
Languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Proficient)
Join an international team and play a key role in delivering world-class powertrain solutions. Be a part of organizational growth and development while expanding your own skills in a dynamic, engaging environment. Apply today!