Dina arbetsuppgifter We are currently seeking a Buyer to join our client's indirect Procurement team. You will be part of a dedicated team working to make a positive impact alongside our client's colleagues. This role offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative EV company and help shape the future of e-mobility by pushing the boundaries of what is currently possible in digital solutions. Your main responsibilities will include developing short and long-term sourcing strategies, identifying new suppliers and technologies, and strengthening existing supplier relationships in the Marketing & Sales category to support European Sales Operations with their Aftermarket & Digital requirements in collaboration with business stakeholders. Main Responsibilities: • Conduct sourcing for purchased services across various business functions, emphasizing European Sales Operations categories from Digital to HR. • Execute procurement based on established strategies and frameworks. • Engage in negotiations for commercial and legal contracts and develop service agreements. • Examine purchase requests and choose vendors based on established strategies and contracts. • Offer guidance to stakeholders on procurement matters, assisting throughout the procurement process and with any changes to requests. Enhance cooperation with stakeholders to work together towards shared objectives. • Monitor important metrics to assess how well suppliers and stakeholders are meeting contract requirements; identify and implement corrective measures to enhance contract compliance and consistently evaluate supplier performance in terms of quality and cost. • Conduct market analysis as needed to inform sourcing decisions. • Cultivate and manage relationships with suppliers and internal partners to support the organization's commercial goals. • Begin and carry out assessments of suppliers and supplier audits. • Summarize and report on project costs. • Compile a list of possible suppliers and share it with stakeholders. • Create a request for quotation, distribute it, negotiate with suppliers, and finalize the best supplier option for the client. • Develop a presentation outlining the selected supplier and present it to management as a business proposal. • Complete supplier onboarding procedures following supplier selection. Requirements • A degree in business administration, finance, procurement, or related field. • At least 3 years of experience in Indirect Purchasing, with a preference for experience in Digital and/or Aftermarket purchasing. • Proficient in negotiation and drafting Service Agreements. • Proficient in communication and interpersonal abilities. Able to grasp the requirements of internal stakeholders promptly and exhibit a service-oriented approach. • Adaptable and adept at familiarizing oneself with terminology and clients' operational methods, willing to adjust work practices for optimum outcomes. • Experienced in managing multiple projects and large volumes of data simultaneously, employing a structured and timely manner. • Proficient in both written and verbal English. Knowledge of Swedish and other European languages is beneficial. • Advanced in MS Office, particularly Excel. • Experience working with purchase-/administrative tools and systems, preferably SRM, Fieldglass, and/or Workday. Personal Skills • Flexible and Fast Learner: Capable of quickly understanding new concepts and smoothly fitting into the clients’ processes. • Excellent Communication Skills: Skilled at grasping the requirements of team members and offering service-focused assistance. Proficient in both team collaborations and working independently from a remote location. • Agile Work Approach: Demonstrates flexibility in adapting working methods to identify the most effective solutions. • Determination: Dedicated to solving problems persistently, always seeking resolutions without surrendering. • Optimistic Attitude: Faces challenges with a positive mindset, believing that every task is achievable. Tillträde och ansökan Start of the assignment: 30 Sep 2024 End of the assignment: 15 May 2025 Deadline: ASAP Location: Gothenburg Contact person: 0790 06 27 11 Selections and interwievs are ongoing! Om oss Sway Sourcing is a modern company that recruits in several industries on the Swedish labor market. We match candidates’ skills and knowledge with the company’s needs. Sway Sourcing has a company management and staff with extensive experience in the recruitment industry, both as owners and employees. We have a large network within the industries we specialize in and can therefore find the candidates who quickly become an asset for the companies.