European Construction Procurement Category Lead

NKT HV Cables AB; Karlskrona kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

NKT HV Cables AB is seeking a Category Specialist for Construction Procurement in Karlskrona, Sweden. This role involves managing construction-related categories across NKT's European sites, collaborating with project managers to align procurement strategies with budgets and timelines.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-7 years of experience in procurement within construction. NKT promotes diversity and encourages all candidates, even those who don't meet all qualifications, to apply.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in procurement and/or category management within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in sourcing processes and contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of construction contracts such as FIDIC or NEC.

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.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Supplier performance management

Contract negotiation

Construction management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

NKT HV Cables AB is seeking a Category Specialist for Construction Procurement in Karlskrona, Sweden. This role involves managing construction-related categories across NKT's European sites, collaborating with project managers to align procurement strategies with budgets and timelines.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-7 years of experience in procurement within construction. NKT promotes diversity and encourages all candidates, even those who don't meet all qualifications, to apply.