Category Manager - Mechanical

Stegra

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen. If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow. At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you. Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life. What you’ll do Right now, we are looking for an Operational Purchaser to join our team in Boden. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring a reliable, efficient, and scalable purchasing flow to support our growing operations. At Stegra, we are building a high-performing procurement function where speed, quality, and reliability are critical. You will help ensure that everything we buy flows seamlessly from requisition to payment, while also contributing to improving how we work. We are continuously working to develop and improve our processes, flows, and level of automation, with the ambition to create a lean and highly efficient setup. As we are still in a ramp-up phase, the role will include hands-on administrative and operational tasks in the day-to-day work. In this role, you will: * Execute the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process with accuracy and efficiency * Manage purchasing activities including purchase requisitions, RFQs, purchase orders, and goods/service receipt handling * Monitor pricing, manage 3-way match deviations, and support issue resolution * Follow up on suppliers and deliveries to ensure reliable execution * Identify opportunities to improve flow efficiency, reduce cycle times, and increase automation * Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across operations, sourcing, category management, and finance, as well as with suppliers * Support the development of transparent and data-driven procurement processes * Guide stakeholders in applying effective and lean procurement practices * Work across both Direct and Indirect purchasing categories What you’ll bring You are structured, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. You enjoy working close to operations and take ownership of ensuring things run smoothly. We also believe that you: * Collaborate well with different stakeholders and have great communication skills * Will take initiatives and drive improvements * Can balance structure with flexibility in a fast-paced setting * Are solution-oriented and service-minded Specific to this role, we would like to see that you can tick off a fair amount of the boxes below * Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field * Experience in operational procurement/ purchasing, or supply chain execution, preferably within industry or manufacturing * Good understanding of end-to-end purchasing processes (P2P) * Experience working in ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA is a plus * Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously * Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices is an advantage You will be part of Stegra’s Purchasing team — a growing function where you will have the opportunity to influence ways of working and contribute to building a modern procurement organization. At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive. You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature. Read more about Benefits at Stegra here. This is Stegra Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future. Our Boden Site Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life. Boden Video

Stegra

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen. If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow. At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you. Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life. What you’ll do You will be part of shaping how procurement works—end to end. You connect strategy, processes, data, and digital capabilities to create a procurement function that is fast, transparent, resilient & value-driven. This is not about optimizing isolated processes—it’s about building a system that performs at scale. In this role, you will report to the Head of Procurement Excellence and Enablement and sit within our Strategic and Operational Procurement function. The team is responsible for building a transparent, data-driven, and scalable procurement function that supports Stegra’s rapid growth and long-term ambitions. As we are building from the ground up, you will have a unique opportunity to define standards, platforms, and ways of working without legacy systems or historical constraints. You will: * Design and evolve the procurement process excellence across Source-to-Contract (S2C) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P), with a strong focus on end-to-end efficiency and governance * Translate business needs into scalable solutions across processes, data, and digital tools and define the development roadmap * Drive prioritisation and adoption of digital initiatives as well as implementation on ways of working across processes and functions * Enable leadership and category teams with decision-critical insights and analytics to support sourcing strategies, investments, and prioritisation * Identify and implement high-impact initiatives (automation, AI, data models, guided buying) in areas such as spend analytics, demand forecasting, contract management, supplier risk and workflows * Ensure procurement data is structured, reliable, and decision-ready, enabling transparency, compliance, and efficient buying channels * Build digital and analytical capabilities within procurement teams and help establish global process standards and governance that support speed, compliance, and scalability What you’ll bring You are curious, collaborative, and driven by impact. You challenge the status quo with respect and focus on making things work—better, faster, and at scale. * You think in systems and value streams – to break silos * You connect business needs with data and technology * You focus on impact and adoption - beyond design * You improve how things work with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset Your experience Specific to this role, we would like to see that you can tick off a fair amount of the boxes below: * Proven experience in procurement transformation, digitalisation, or process excellence in an industrial environment (manufacturing and/or metals & mining) * Strong understanding of end-to-end Source-to-Pay Process, including production, planning, and maintenance contexts * At least 5 years of experience in procurement excellence, analytics, process development, or similar roles * Solid understanding of data structures, master data, and their business impact * Experience working with ERP and procurement platforms (SAP S/4HANA is a strong advantage) * Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity in a scale-up environment * Relevant academic background (Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or similar) * Fluent in English; Swedish is an advantage Benefits at Stegra At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive. You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature. Read more about Benefits at Stegra here. This is Stegra Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future. Our Boden Site Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life. Boden Video

Candela Technology AB

Want to shape the future of waterborne transport and join a world-class team? Candela is the global leader in electric hydrofoil vessels. Since 2014, we’ve gone from building our first premium electric speedboat in a small Stockholm workshop to delivering game-changing vessels around the globe. The Candela P-12 is our latest innovation—the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry is not just operating in Stockholm but is now attracting orders from around the world. Our boats “fly” thanks to computer-guided underwater wings under the hull made from lightweight carbon fiber. The wings lift the vessel above the water, which results in cutting energy use by up to 80%, while offering zero emissions and a far better passenger experience than traditional diesel vessels. And that’s exactly why we do this. Our mission is clear: to speed up the transition to fossil fuel–free lakes and oceans. Now you can be part of the amazing team at Candela! We are now looking for a Production Area Manager to join our growing operations organization at our production facility in Rotebro. As a Production Area Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the Interior production area, combining operational accountability with strong people leadership. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe, stable, and efficient production environment while building engaged, capable, and high-performing teams. The Interior team is responsible for the final assembly and installation of the boat's interior components. From seating, panels and glazing to mechanical fittings and finishing details, the team ensures every boat is assembled with precision, quality, and attention to detail. Working cross-functionally with adjacent production teams, the team plays a critical role in delivering a premium product ready for final testing and customer delivery. What you'll do Lead, coach, and develop employees while fostering a high-performance culture. Ensure production targets are met in terms of quality, delivery, efficiency, and safety. Drive workforce planning, staffing, and competence development to support current and future business needs. Monitor operational performance and take proactive action to address deviations and challenges. Lead continuous improvement initiatives through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure operational excellence. Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards. Requirements · Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing or production environment. · Solid background in production, manufacturing, or assembly operations. · Experience from industries such as automotive, commercial vehicles, buses, trucks, rail, heavy equipment, aerospace, or other complex assembly manufacturing. · Proven experience leading production teams and driving performance, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. · Strong understanding of production planning, lean manufacturing principles, and operational excellence. · Experience working in a fast-paced production environment where priorities can change quickly. · Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build engaged and high-performing teams. · Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Nice to Have · An engineering degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) in a relevant field is considered a strong advantage. To succeed in this role, we believe you are: A confident and approachable leader who is passionate about developing both people and operations. You build trust through clear communication, lead by example, and have a natural ability to motivate and engage those around you. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can balance strategic thinking with hands-on involvement in the day-to-day business. You are driven by continuous improvement and enjoy identifying opportunities to enhance performance, efficiency, and team engagement. Form of employment: Full-time with initial 6 month probation period Start date: ASAP Location/base: Rotebro Team: Operations Reporting to: VP of Production Why people love working at Candela? At Candela, we’re not just building electric vessels - we’re creating a whole new category of clean, efficient waterborne transport. You get the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, solving complex challenges, and seeing the results in action - sometimes literally, when we organize test rides for our newcomers! We’re a diverse and ambitious team of over 50 nationalities, united by a revolutionary spirit and kindness. That means we work hard, but always with humility and while having fun - whether it’s solving a manufacturing challenge, improving processes, or cheering each other on during Candela Months, our year-round calendar of bonding activities and events. Recruitment process: We aim to keep our recruitment process as straightforward and efficient as possible. As an international company with English as our corporate language, the entire process is conducted in English. Therefore, please submit your application in our corporate language as well. Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR so please use our career website for you application. We welcome the opportunity to meet you!