Purchasing Manager to innovative company

Hymeth; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hymeth is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Gothenburg to develop its procurement strategy and establish the purchasing function. The role involves significant responsibility and opportunities for impact, with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, extensive procurement experience, and fluency in Swedish and English. Responsibilities include managing operational purchasing and supplier evaluations, with potential for travel and personal growth within the expanding company.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in strategic procurement and purchasing.
• Proven track record of leading negotiations and establishing contracts.
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop the company's procurement strategy.
• Establish the purchasing function from the ground up.
• Manage day-to-day operational purchasing activities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier evaluation

Technology interest

Quality orientation

Education

Relevant university degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Hymeth is looking to strengthen its organization by hiring a Purchasing Manager. This is a newly created position within a young and expanding company, offering a broad and influential role with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy. Your primary workplace will be at the company's headquarters in Gothenburg.

The Role

As Purchasing Manager, you will hold a broad position with significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the organization. You will be reporting to the COO and responsible for developing the company's procurement strategy and establishing the purchasing function from the ground.

The role includes designing, implementing, and continuously improving processes and tools related to supplier evaluation, selection, performance monitoring, and supplier development. In alignment with the company's overall objectives, you will work both strategically and long‑term while also managing day‑to‑day operational purchasing activities. You will be responsible for purchasing in cross‑functional projects, working closely with R & D to ensure supplier capabilities, cost, and manufacturability.

A strong focus on quality, safety, and environmental sustainability will be essential in this role.

Background and Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a relevant university degree or equivalent qualifications, combined with extensive experience in strategic procurement and purchasing of both goods and services.

You have a proven track record of leading negotiations, establishing contractual agreements, and working strategically towards long‑term business objectives. You are quality‑oriented, possess a strong interest in technology, and ideally have experience working within a technology‑driven, start‑up environment.

Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken, is required. Experience in scaling organizations, greenfield setups or ERP/MRP systems is considered an advantage.

Personal Profile

We believe you are a responsible, down‑to‑earth, and communicative professional with a genuine interest in technology and a strong desire for continuous development. You are proactive, relationship‑oriented, and have a natural ability to drive initiatives forward and deliver results.

As you will be joining the company during an exciting phase of expansion, there will be significant opportunities for both personal growth and career development within the organization.

The position will involve some travel, although in most cases travel plans can be arranged well in advance.

Locations: Gothenburg.