Buyer – Indirect Services procurement
We are looking for a driven Buyer to join a fast-paced and innovative environment within the automotive sector. In this role, you will take ownership of indirect procurement categories, with a strong focus on services, systems, and other business-critical indirect spend areas.
You will play a key role in shaping sourcing strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring cost-efficient, high-quality service delivery across the organization.
What you will do
Develop and implement category and segment strategies for indirect services
Lead strategic sourcing activities, including RFQs, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations
Manage and develop relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, quality, and cost efficiency
Drive continuous improvements in supplier performance through proactive dialogue and negotiations
Take ownership of commercial agreements, including renewals, changes, and supplier development
Contribute to business planning and align procurement strategies with organizational goals
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into sourcing strategies
Support and improve procurement processes, tools, and ways of working
Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and value creation
Create reports and provide insights to support decision-making and strategic direction
Your profile
Minimum 3+ years of experience in procurement, preferably within indirect services or IT sourcing
Degree in Purchasing, Business, Economics, or similar
Strong experience in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and contract management
Experience working in a global and cross-functional environment
Good understanding of indirect procurement categories, such as IT systems, licenses, or professional services etc
Strong business acumen and ability to balance cost, quality, and value
Skills & tools
Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel usage
Experience with procurement tools such as SAP Ariba, Fieldglass, or similar
Fluent in English (written and spoken), Swedish is a plus
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to drive initiatives independently while managing multiple priorities
Who you are
A self-driven and proactive professional with a strategic mindset
Strong communicator with excellent networking and relationship-building skills
Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on when needed
Solution-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
High level of integrity, with the ability to build trust across stakeholders and suppliers
A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment
Why join?
This is an opportunity to take on a broad and impactful role within indirect procurement, where you will influence both strategy and execution. You will work in a dynamic setting with high visibility, contributing to business performance, supplier partnerships, and long-term value creation.
Additional info:
We schedule interviews on a rolling basis so do not wait until end date.