Operational Buyer

Kongsberg Automotive AB

About the position We are looking for a dedicated Operational Buyer to join our team at the Mullsjö plant. The Operational Buyer is primarily responsible for operational purchasing for the plant, covering all materials and services needed to support daily production. In addition, the role manages a broad variety of categories within the Drive Control Systems business area. This setup ensures stable supply, competitive pricing, and strong coordination between the plant, suppliers, and project teams. Responsibilities Primary operational purchasing responsibility - securing all purchasing needs for the plant, within the Drive Control Systems business area. Price and contract negotiations with supplier - manage spend within categories. Leading improvement projects from commercial perspective. Connection point with project purchasing and stakeholders. Secure bidders list for new projects and support within sourcing activities. Risk management and secure suppliers are having necessary documentation and qualification in place. Annual negotiations with main suppliers and coordination with the interfacing purchasing community as well as stakeholders. Understanding raw material market and impact on pricing and secure commercially beneficial approach from company perspective. Visualization of exposure per raw material on part price. Support plant in securing production related to supplier issues (in case needed). Plant (where located) contact interface for Purchasing topics. Requirements Relevant purchasing/procurement experience within same or similar position for production plant. Fluency in both English and Swedish, written and spoken, is required. Strong communication and negotations skills and business mind-set. SAP or ERP experience. Driving license and willingness to travel to meet suppliers. What we offer An international work environment with a high level of competence, opportunities for development within the purchasing function. Stable role within the plant. Opportunity to build expertise - development of purchasing skills in operational buying, supplier management and raw-material categories.

STENA LINE SCANDINAVIA AB

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, optimize 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. Some of your key responsibilities: Develop and drive buying and sourcing strategies aligned with internal stakeholder needs, category strategies and overall procurement objectives Leading 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 Managing Supplier Relationship What you will experience As a Stena Line employee in Sweden, we offer you a salary package including pension benefit and benefits package consisting of travel concessions and onboard discounts, 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. Regardless of the role, being welcoming, caring, and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face. We also believe you have a strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset and enjoy finding smart, effective solutions. You're an enthusiastic and 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 Interested? This is a full-time, permanent position based in Gothenburg within our Procurement department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your application in English as soon as possible but no later than August 9th, 2026. We are having an ongoing selection, so do not wait with your application. To ensure the secure and structured processing of your personal data, we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system. Please note that due to the holiday season, the recruitment process will start in week 34. We have collective bargaining agreements with Unionen, among others, who you can contact for more information. Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. We may conduct background checks as part of our efforts to ensure the quality of our recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Hedwig Blixt, Talent Acquisition Partner, mailto:hedwig.blixt@stenaline.com. Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. About Stena Line As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe's most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 8,750 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company. Working at Stena Line means having a safe and stable workplace and a great work-life balance. 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

Husqvarna AB

The sourcing organization at Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division is divided into several functions and categories, in order to secure quality, delivery, cost efficiency and sustainability throughout the supply chain. The Sourcing team is dedicated to deliver on our full range of business targets and to provide a profound base for our teams driving these objectives together with over 1000 suppliers and are guided by the principles of Strategic, Collaborative, and Professional. One of the key functions within Sourcing is category management and related commercial relationships with suppliers. Our task is to ensure that the greatest value is provided to the organization´s internal customers and thereby positively affecting the overall business result. About the role As Category Manager you are part of a highly motivated team of Category Managers and Operational Buyers and you report to the Sourcing Director Powertrain Categories. You will be overall responsible for the sourcing of accessories to Husqvarna Forest & Garden. This specific role will be responsible for accessories to robotics & wheeled portfolio. The accessories business is a highly strategic and profitable part of Husqvarna’s business offering. Your primary responsibility is to develop and apply business strategy and relationship management, deliver value in terms of quality, delivery, cost efficiency, innovation and sustainability for your categories during the full product life cycle. You will face a broad role with heavy responsibilities, but also a good base for future growth within the company. Your main tasks: · Be ultimately responsible for all commercial relations with the suppliers within your categories and secure set targets of cost, quality, delivery and sustainability. · Create long term strategies, well anchored with internal stakeholders, for your categories to deliver optimized value and drive implementation of the same. · Develop and maintain vendor agreements. · Manage sourcing projects and lead negotiations of commercial terms and conditions. · Build and maintain mutually beneficial relations with suppliers in order to improve supplier performance and collaboration, not only to decrease costs and eliminate waste but also to utilize the suppliers full potential in areas such as product development and innovation. · Build and maintain strong internal relations within sourcing functions such as Project Sourcing, Supplier Quality Assurance and Supplier Development but also with other internal stakeholders such as R&D, Product Management & Logistics. · Set up and manage the annual budget of cost saving activities and negotiations. Location and work setup This role is based in Huskvarna. Occasional travel within service is expected, approximately 10 days per year. We believe the best ideas happen when we're connected. We spend most of our time together in the office, creating space for collaboration, creativity, and fast decision-making. This is consistent across all our global offices and helps us maintain a strong culture, support learning and development, and ensure everyone has access to the people and resources they need to thrive. About you To succeed in this role, we expect you have: Bachelor of Science/Advantage: MBA or Master of Science in Engineering or relevant experience Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in category management positions. Extensive technical experience and working in a Manufacturing industry are also preferred for this position as well as knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, fact-based negotiation and cross-functional team collaboration. Experience of working in an international environment. Fluent in English You also demonstrate a strong understanding of both internal and external customer service, complemented by exceptional communication abilities that encompass strategic thinking, diplomatic finesse, social competence, and negotiation skills. Further it is of importance that you have strong influencing skills to promote Category Strategies to Business Partners, Experience and insights in the Purchasing environment and strong planning, analytical and organizing abilities. Personality in combination with relevant education, work experience and passion for working in sourcing will be important in order to succeed in this role. Your application Can you envision yourself being a part of this? If so, send us your application including resumé and personal letter already today. We do not accept applications via e-mail due to GDPR regulations. For questions regarding the position please contact hiring manager Johan Grauf at johan.grauf@husqvarnagroup.com. For information about the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Jonathan Olsson at jonathan.olsson@husqvarnagroup.com. What happens after you apply? The application period will be set during the summer and the selection process will start up in mid-to-late August. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, but response time might be longer than usual due to the vacation period. Winning Through Culture We believe that business is ultimately about people, as a team, we win and grow together. Our culture is built on bold ideas, strong commitment, and a shared purpose, creating an environment where innovation thrives, people grow, and every contribution matters. Our culture is built on three core themes: Bold: We push boundaries, embrace challenges, and explore new possibilities. Dedicated: We put in the hard work, bring passion and resilience to every challenge we take on.
  Care: We support each other, consider the impact of our actions, and strive to make a lasting difference.   Whether you’re starting your career or looking for the next big step, we offer a place where passion and purpose come together. Join us in shaping the future! Learn more about our culture here