Senior Tactical Buyer

Stena Line Scandinavia AB; Göteborgs kommun; Sur place; SEK 600 000 - 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension benefits

Travel concessions

Health cash plan

Well-being activities

Résumé du poste

Stena Line Scandinavia AB is seeking an experienced Senior Tactical Buyer to lead sourcing projects and manage supplier relationships in Gothenburg, Sweden. The role involves driving initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will possess solid negotiation skills, advanced proficiency in data analysis tools, and excellent communication abilities in both English and Swedish. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in leading sourcing projects and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor or support colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

Responsabilités

• Develop and drive buying and sourcing strategies aligned with internal stakeholder needs.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects from requirement definition to implementation.
• Drive RFIs, RFQs, including market analysis and supplier evaluation.

Connaissances

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management or a related field

Outils

Data analysis tools

Description du poste

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and self‑motivated Senior Tactical Buyer within our procurement team who wants to make a real difference at Stena Line. In this role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives, drive the execution of key projects and category strategies, and help create value across the business through strong supplier management, commercial insight and stakeholder collaboration.

You will act as a key link between operational procurement, category management, suppliers and internal stakeholders. With your procurement expertise, you will lead negotiations, optimise supplier relationships and contracts, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, quality, compliance and total cost of ownership.

As a senior member of the team, you will also contribute to the development of procurement ways of working, provide guidance in cross‑functional projects and support colleagues by sharing knowledge and coaching Tactical and Operational Buyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and drive buying and sourcing strategies aligned with internal stakeholder needs, category strategies and overall procurement objectives
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing projects, from requirement definition with stakeholders, to supplier selection and contract negotiation and implementation
• Drive RFIs, RFQs, including market analysis, supplier screening, evaluation and shortlisting
• Lead key supplier negotiations
• Manage supplier relationships

Benefits

As a Stena Line employee in Sweden, you will receive a salary package that includes pension benefits and a benefits package comprising travel concessions and onboard discounts, a health cash plan and well‑being activities.

Based in our Gothenburg office, this role follows an office‑first approach, allowing you to work closely with a collaborative Procurement team and both internal and external stakeholders.

Who are you?

At Stena Line, your personal qualities matter just as much as your skills and expertise. You are welcoming, caring and reliable. You have a strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset and enjoy finding smart, effective solutions. You are an enthusiastic, self‑motivated team player who brings a clear “yes‑we‑can” attitude into everything you do. With excellent communication skills, you’re comfortable expressing ideas and collaborating with others. You thrive in a changing environment, are flexible by nature, and are driven by continuous development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Solid experience in leading sourcing projects and negotiating commercial contracts
• Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex supplier and internal stakeholder relationships
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools
• Proven ability to coach, mentor or support colleagues
• Excellent communication skills in English and Swedish, both written and spoken

We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.