Global Materials Category Manager

Lyten, Inc.; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 594,080 - 864,117; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career growth

Collaborative workplace culture

Global impact

Job summary

Lyten, Inc. is seeking a Category Manager in Västerås, Sweden, to shape our material supply strategy and establish strong supplier partnerships. You will be responsible for developing a category strategy aligned with business goals, leading negotiations, and driving supplier performance focused on sustainability and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or MSc in a relevant field and at least 5 years of strategic sourcing experience, particularly in the battery or automotive sector. Join us at Lyten to be part of groundbreaking innovations in energy and materials.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience with strategic sourcing and procurement of materials.
• Experience in the battery or automotive industry preferred.
• Fluent in English; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust category strategy.
• Build and strengthen a competitive supplier base.
• Lead commercial negotiations and supplier selection.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

MBA or MSc in relevant Engineering Fields or Supply Chain

Job description

Lyten, Inc. is seeking a Category Manager in Västerås, Sweden, to shape our material supply strategy and establish strong supplier partnerships. You will be responsible for developing a category strategy aligned with business goals, leading negotiations, and driving supplier performance focused on sustainability and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or MSc in a relevant field and at least 5 years of strategic sourcing experience, particularly in the battery or automotive sector. Join us at Lyten to be part of groundbreaking innovations in energy and materials.