As a Strategic Purchaser, you will be responsible for purchasing activities related to vehicle development projects, from early concept phase through production. You will work extremely close to engineering, production, and suppliers, securing technically advanced and cost‑effective solutions in a highly innovative environment.
This role requires a hands‑on, commercially sharp, and technically curious person who thrives in an organization with short decision paths and high expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead purchasing activities for vehicle and technology development projects from concept to series production
Drive supplier sourcing, RFQs, evaluations, and contract negotiations
Work closely with engineers to challenge and optimize technical solutions from a cost, feasibility, and risk perspective.
Secure cost targets, lead‑time requirements, and quality expectations in a low‑volume, high‑complexity environment
Manage supplier relationships and act as the commercial interface in project teams
Handle tooling, development cost, and piece‑price negotiations
Identify supply risks and proactively drive mitigation actions
Support cost break‑downs, VA/VE initiatives, and make‑or‑buy discussions
Ensure purchasing decisions align with Koenigsegg’s innovation, quality, and sustainability ambitions
Experience & Qualifications
Masters degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or similar
Senior‑level (minimum 7 years) experience in project purchasing within automotive, motorsport, aerospace, or other high‑performance engineering industries
Strong understanding of technical products and complex manufacturing processes
Proven negotiation experience with international suppliers
Experience working in development‑driven, low‑volume environments is highly valued
Strong commercial acumen with solid cost analysis capability
What We Offer
A unique opportunity to work with cutting‑edge automotive technology
A flat organization with quick decision‑making and high individual impact
Close collaboration with some of the most innovative engineers in the industry
A workplace where passion, creativity, and excellence are core values
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Koenigsegg is most known for building some of the fastest cars in the world; with almost all of our megacar technologies that are patented and made in-house by our almost 500 world-class technicians, engineers, sourcing experts, production craftsmen, and communicators.
What we’ve created is a unique proving ground of engineering creativity that makes use of our breakthrough megacar development and legacy to push the boundaries of sustainable mobility technology.
So, what’s next?
We are on a universe-denting mission to develop the next generation of breakthrough tech and products. We are looking for outstanding, impactful, and authentic individuals to grow with us. Our ambitions are inspiring but will push the limits of what is possible – requiring one to work efficiently amid our cross-functional teams to execute at high-quality levels.
The goal is clear: innovate and transform.