Global Logistics Strategy & Supplier Development Lead

Brenderup Group AB; Jönköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenderup Group AB is seeking a Group Logistic Category & Development Manager to lead group-wide logistics optimization and indirect procurement strategies across Sweden, Poland, and Norway. You will drive cost efficiency, supplier development, and framework agreements, collaborating with local teams to deliver measurable value.

The role requires a business mindset, strong analytics, and experience in strategic purchasing within logistics, with fluency in Swedish and English.

Qualifications

• University degree in logistics, supply chain, purchasing, finance, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in strategic purchasing within logistics.
• Proven experience with procurement processes and contract negotiations.
• Experience with carriers and logistics providers in an international environment.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven approach.
• Experience leading change and improvement projects.
• Fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Map and analyze the Group’s inbound, intercompany, and outbound logistics flows.
• Manage the Group’s logistics supplier base and drive supplier consolidation.
• Conduct procurement processes and negotiations with logistics providers in Sweden, Poland, and Norway.
• Develop and manage framework agreements regarding pricing, capacity, and service levels.
• Ensure invoicing aligns with contracts and price lists.
• Act as expert resource and escalation point for major supplier issues.
• Drive improvement projects with local logistics teams to increase efficiency.
• Develop KPIs and analyses to monitor transport costs and supplier performance.
• Evaluate system support / software solutions for freight management and tender support.
• Manage selected IMS categories.

Skills

Business acumen

Logistics knowledge

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Data-driven

Education

University degree in logistics, supply chain, purchasing, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP

Analytics software

Job description

Brenderup Group AB is seeking a Group Logistic Category & Development Manager to lead group-wide logistics optimization and indirect procurement strategies across Sweden, Poland, and Norway. You will drive cost efficiency, supplier development, and framework agreements, collaborating with local teams to deliver measurable value.

The role requires a business mindset, strong analytics, and experience in strategic purchasing within logistics, with fluency in Swedish and English.