Category Specialist

NKT; Lyckeby; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

NKT is seeking a Category Specialist for Construction Procurement to manage sourcing and supplier performance across Europe. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies and conducting sourcing processes while ensuring compliance and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 3–7 years of relevant experience. This role supports the green transition and promotes gender diversity within the organization.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in construction procurement or category management.
• Knowledge of Swedish standard contracts like ABT 06 and AB 04.
• Experience with contracts such as FIDIC or NEC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for construction projects.
• Conduct sourcing processes including RFI, RFP, and RFQ.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement and category management

Contract negotiation

Sourcing processes

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Manage construction sourcing and supplier performance across Europe

Are you interested in working with construction procurement in a global company contributing to the green transition? As Category Specialist – Construction Procurement, you will manage key construction categories across NKT’s European sites, supporting projects with sourcing, supplier management, and contract processes. Do you want to be part of projects that shape future infrastructure?

Plan and execute procurement strategies for construction projects

In this role, you will manage construction-related categories such as civil works, materials, contractors, and subcontracting. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align procurement strategies with timelines, budgets, and requirements, ensuring quality and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for construction spend.
• Conduct sourcing processes including RFI, RFP, and RFQ.
• Evaluate supplier bids and negotiate contracts and commercial terms.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Support contract administration and mitigate supply chain risks.

You will be part of a procurement team collaborating with multiple project stakeholders across Europe. The position is based in Sweden at one of NKT’s locations in Europe, with some travel required.

Collaborative and structured professional with commercial mindset

You are someone who works well with others and builds trust across teams and suppliers. You approach tasks with structure and attention to detail, while remaining adaptable in a project-based environment. You communicate clearly and contribute to constructive collaboration. You are motivated by working with multiple stakeholders and finding balanced solutions in complex situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in procurement and/or category management within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in sourcing processes and contract negotiations.
• Experience negotiating Swedish standard contracts such as ABT 06, AB 04, and ABK 09.
• Knowledge of construction contracts such as FIDIC, NEC, or similar frameworks.
• Experience working with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, or equivalent tools.

Contribute to sustainable construction and procurement practices

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

In this role, you will have opportunities to develop your skills within procurement and construction projects while working with colleagues across different countries. You will be part of a collaborative team environment and gain experience in an international setting, contributing to ongoing projects and process improvements.