Category Manager: Machined Parts & Welding (Flexible Hours)

Wikan Personal AB; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 558,000 - 781,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Compensation for dental care

Access to an on-site gym

Discounted hockey tickets

Access to a recreational cabin

Company-funded team-building activities

Job summary

Alimak Group in Skellefteå, Sweden is seeking a Category Manager to join their sourcing team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or economics and at least 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, leading supplier negotiations, and improving supplier performance. Alimak offers flexible working hours, health benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience in an industrial or engineering-driven environment is valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for your category.
• Lead supplier negotiations and price list management.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance in quality and cost.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Commercial understanding

Analytical ability

Communication and networking

Relationship building

Sourcing experience

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or economics

Job description

Alimak Group in Skellefteå, Sweden is seeking a Category Manager to join their sourcing team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or economics and at least 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, leading supplier negotiations, and improving supplier performance. Alimak offers flexible working hours, health benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.