Procurement Engineer - METTLER TOLEDO Cargoscan AS

Mettler-Toledo; Oslo fylke; Hybrid; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group life insurance

Pension 7%

Health insurance

Travel insurance

Cantina: salad bar

Free parking

EV charging

Job summary

METTLER TOLEDO Cargoscan AS in Oslo is seeking a Procurement Engineer to drive sourcing of components and services for precision instruments. The role collaborates with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Production to secure materials meeting stringent standards.

The candidate should bring experience in supplier evaluation, cost analysis, and ERP-based purchasing. Fluency in English is required; Norwegian is a plus. The position offers growth in a global, technology-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Understand technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience sourcing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and evaluating costs.
• Coordinate with engineering, production planning, logistics, and production processes.
• Proven production environment experience.
• Strong purchasing process knowledge and ERP maintenance.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Office; SAP ECC experience is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, procurement, or related fields.
• Relevant job experience can compensate for education.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and understand complex technical specifications and drawings related to precision instruments and associated components.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers capable of delivering high-quality technical components and services.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery terms, and purchase agreements to optimize cost and quality.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure materials meet requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Manage procurement lifecycle including purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and resolving disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory compliance, and sustainability in supply chain.
• Utilize SAP and ERP tools to streamline procurement activities.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Supplier & procurement

Production environment

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, procurement, or related fields

Tools

SAP ECC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Mettler-Toledo Cargoscan AS is a world leader in developing and manufacturing dimensioning equipment and automatic data capture solutions for the Transport and Logistics Industry.

Since 1985 Cargoscan AS has supplied dimensioning and data capture solutions to logistics companies all over the world. We design, develop and manufacture volume measurement instruments that scans three-dimensional items like small parcels on conveyor belt, freight on pallets etc. The instruments are based on visible laser time-of-flight scanners and represent the 'gold standard' in our industry.

Cargoscan AS officially became part of the METTLER TOLEDO group in 2000. We are located in Oslo and serve customers worldwide through Mettler Toledo's global sales and service network. As a strong technological leader, our company offers stability and the potential for exciting career opportunities.

The role:

The Procurement Engineer at METTLER TOLEDO Cargoscan AS is a key driver in the acquisition of cutting-edge technical components, parts, and services that uphold our renowned standards of quality and innovation.

This dynamic role demands close collaboration with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to secure materials and solutions essential for pioneering precision instruments.

If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to directly impact the development of world-class measurement solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and understand complex technical specifications and drawings related to precision instruments and associated components.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers capable of delivering high-quality technical components and services aligned with METTLER TOLEDO’s quality and compliance standards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery terms, and purchase agreements to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure purchased materials meet technical and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, conduct audits when necessary, and implement corrective actions to maintain supplier excellence.
• Manage procurement lifecycle including purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and resolving any supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory compliance, and sustainability initiatives within the supply chain.
• Effectively utilize ERP systems (SAP) to streamline and manage all procurement activities with accuracy and efficiency.

What You Need to Succeed

Qualifications:

• Technical Knowledge: Be able to understand technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Supplier & Procurement Skills: Have experience in sourcing suppliers, negotiating pricing, forecasting, managing safety stock, and purchasing activities while maintaining a high focus on quality
• Experience from evaluating costs, solving supply chain issues, and coordinating with engineering, production planning, logistics, and production processes.
• Proven experience from a production environment
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, and daily ERP driven maintenance
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools, Experience from SAP (ECC) is an advantage

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, procurement, or related fields.

Relevant job experience can compensate for education.

Personal Skills:

• Meticulous attention to technical detail, cross-functional communication, an analytical mindset, and firm negotiation skills
• Able to translate engineering requirements into commercial terms for vendors, while also pushing back on internal design teams if certain specifications are cost-prohibitive or complex to manufacture
• Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical abilities (root cause).
• Curiosity, creativity, and willingness to go extra mile.
• Fluent English written and spoken, Norwegian is an advantage but not required

Our Offer to You

• A position in a highly skilled, multicultural team.
• A brand recognized worldwide for precision, quality, and innovation.
• A role in a growing market where strong initiatives really make a difference.
• Group life insurance
• Pension: 7%
• Health insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Cantina: salad bar and warm meals 2x per week
• Free parking
• Free charging for electric cars
• Network building at a global company: a global network of resources and expertise, with opportunities to travel

Additional Information:
The recruitment process includes occupational psychology tests via Alva Labs.

For more information about Transport & Logistics in METTLER TOLEDO visit: www.mt.com/logistics-competency

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.