Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

OL31 Rail Project, Vagnhärad, Sweden

Shape the future of Swedish infrastructure

HOCHTIEF is one of the world's leading infrastructure and construction groups, employing approximately 38,000 people worldwide. We deliver complex projects across a wide range of sectors, including roads, bridges, tunnels, railways, airports, ports, buildings, and both conventional and renewable energy. With operations across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region, HOCHTIEF combines engineering expertise with innovative and sustainable solutions to shape the infrastructure of the future.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to support the successful delivery of the OL31 Project in Vagnhärad.

The OL31 Project forms part of the Ostlänken programme, one of Sweden's largest and most important railway infrastructure investments. Ostlänken is a new approximately 160-kilometre double-track railway connecting Järna and Linköping, designed to increase capacity, improve regional connectivity and support sustainable transport across Sweden.

The project involves complex civil engineering works, extensive stakeholder coordination, demanding management of sophisticated procurement activities. Working on OL31 offers the opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure programme that will have a lasting impact on Sweden's transport network and future development.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement project procurement strategies, procurement plans and procedures in compliance with company’s management system.

Lead the prequalification of subcontractors and suppliers.

Lead tendering, supplier selection and contract award processes.

Manage procurement schedules, budgets and supplier performance.

Ensure compliance with Swedish procurement regulations, industry standards and company procedures.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.

Support commercial and project teams in contract negotiations.

Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation measures.

Drive continuous improvement of procurement processes and supply chain performance.

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Requirements

Minimum 7 years of experience in a procurement management role within the infrastructure construction sector.

University degree in engineering, construction, or another relevant technical discipline.

Strong knowledge of Swedish procurement systems, supplier markets and procurement practices.

Experience managing high-value procurement packages and strategic sourcing activities.

Strong understanding of Swedish contractual and regulatory requirements, including proficiency in the AMA system.

Excellent negotiation, supplier relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proven ability to work in complex, multi-stakeholder project environments.

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent organizational and planning skills, with a strong ability to meet deadlines.

Strong work ethic with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

Language Requirements

Fluent in English and Swedish.

We Offer

The opportunity to work on one of Sweden's largest and most complex infrastructure projects.

An international working environment within a leading global construction company.

Long-term project involvement with significant responsibility and influence.

The chance to contribute to the development of critical rail infrastructure in Sweden.

Location

Vagnhärad, Sweden

Apply

If you have the qualifications, experience, and passion for creating a safe and successful construction environment, we would love to hear from you.

Get in touch with Nicole Granlund nicole.granlund@hochtief.se,

or apply directly at: https://hochtief.se/karriar/

Join HOCHTIEF and help build the infrastructure of tomorrow.