Global Strategic Purchaser: Supplier Governance

hidemysecure; Halmstads kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HMS Networks is seeking a Strategic Purchaser to own supplier governance across a broad supplier base, driving cost competitiveness and resilience in the supply chain.

You will lead global negotiations, qualify new suppliers, and work closely with R&D, Operations, and Quality during product development to secure long‑term performance.

This international role can be based in Halmstad, Sweden, or York, USA, offering exposure to a diverse partner network.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive supplier performance.
• Technical aptitude to support product development and supplier discussions.
• Analytical, structured, and proactive mindset—always looking for improvement opportunities.
• Ability to work independently with overall guidance and to influence stakeholders across functions.
• Experience in an international environment and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic governance and performance management for a broad supplier portfolio.
• Lead global negotiations, supplier selections, and contract processes.
• Ensure suppliers meet expectations in quality, delivery, cost, compliance, and sustainability.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to support innovation, resilience and sustainability.
• Strengthen supply chain resilience through dual sourcing, risk assessments and proactive risk mitigation.
• Work closely with R&D, Operations and Quality during product development and redesigns.
• Ensure accurate global data management for all suppliers, materials and contracts.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier governance

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Job description

HMS Networks is seeking a Strategic Purchaser to own supplier governance across a broad supplier base, driving cost competitiveness and resilience in the supply chain.

You will lead global negotiations, qualify new suppliers, and work closely with R&D, Operations, and Quality during product development to secure long‑term performance.

This international role can be based in Halmstad, Sweden, or York, USA, offering exposure to a diverse partner network.