Procurement Project Specialist

ABB ELECTRIFICATION NORWAY AS; Skien; On-site; NOK 550,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance & pension

On-site fitness

Corporate sports

Company cabins

Flexible work arrangements

Personal development

Career opportunities

Job summary

ABB ELECTRIFICATION NORWAY AS in Skien is seeking a dynamic Procurement Project Specialist to join our Supply Chain Management team. You will execute procurement activities across complex projects, acting as the key interface between Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Suppliers.

With a Bachelor's in a related field and 2–3 years' experience, you will drive cost efficiency, ensure material availability, and support international coordination while enjoying flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or project support roles.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Project Procurement Execution: SCM contact for defined categories (Steel, Plastics, Electronics, Non-Ferrous materials, and others).
• Supplier Coordination & Sourcing Support: identify, evaluate, and select suppliers with Category Managers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: SCM interface with Sales, Engineering, Technical Centers, and Quality teams.
• Participate in project meetings and follow up on procurement-related actions.
• Support coordination with international teams and regional operations.

Skills

Procurement

ERP SAP

IBP Planning

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

IBP

Job description

• Sektor Privat

Execute procurement activities across complex projects, ensuring timely sourcing, cost efficiency, and material availability.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or project support roles
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Familiarity with planning tools such as IBP
• Proficiency in English
• Competitive salary, comprehensive insurance, and pension plans
• Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports, and company cabins
• Flexible working arrangements
• Personal development and career opportunities

Do you thrive at the intersection of suppliers, projects, and business success?

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to: Procurement Engineering Manager.

We are seeking a dynamic and organized Procurement Project Specialist to join our Supply Chain Management team. You will play a crucial role in executing procurement activities across complex projects, acting as a key interface between Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Suppliers. Your focus will be on ensuring timely sourcing, cost efficiency, supplier performance, and material availability throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Procurement Execution: Serve as the SCM point of contact for assigned project procurement activities across defined categories (Steel, Plastics, Electronics, Non-Ferrous materials, and others)
• Supplier Coordination & Sourcing Support: Cooperate with Category Managers in identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as SCM interface with Sales, Engineering, Technical Centers, and Quality teams
• Participate in project meetings and follow up on procurement-related actions
• Support coordination with international teams and regional operations

Your background

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related field

2-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or project support roles, preferably from industrial or manufacturing environments

Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP

Familiarity with planning tools such as IBP (Integrated Business PlanningStrong stakeholder

Proficiencyin English (additionallanguages are a plus)

At ABB, you’re not just taking a job — you’re gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development, offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions!

With us, you will get:

The opportunity to work in an international company with exciting challenges.

Focus on your personal development and career opportunities.

A supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity.

Competitive salary, along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans.

Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports activities and company cabins.

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Location: Skien

If you have any questions, please contact Marzena Karbowska-Nalepa; [phone].

ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

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Marzena Karbowska-Nalepa

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