Senior Tactical Procurement Manager Wanted!

Friday Väst AB · Full-time

Ågatan 14, Linköping, Sweden

Do you have solid experience in tactical procurement and are comfortable independently driving supplier issues, negotiations, and agreements? Would you like to work in a technologically advanced industrial environment where you can combine business acumen with long-term development of the supplier base? Then this could be the right opportunity for you. About the Position Friday is seeking a senior tactical procurement manager for a technology-intensive industrial operation in Linköping. In this role, you will be responsible for procurement of components, manufacturing services, and subcontracting work, among other things. You will work through the entire procurement process, from supplier analysis and request for quotation to negotiation, contracting, and follow-up. An important part of the assignment is to ensure that suppliers meet the organization's requirements for quality, cost, and delivery capability. You are also expected to contribute to the development of procurement work by identifying improvement opportunities, reducing supplier-related risks, and creating sustainable commercial partnerships. The role involves close collaboration with both external suppliers and internal functions such as engineering, production, and quality. As a senior procurement manager, you are expected to independently drive your areas of responsibility and contribute with a business-focused and long-term perspective. Responsibilities Manage tactical procurement of components, manufacturing services, and subcontracting work Map, qualify, and evaluate potential suppliers Conduct requests for quotation, supplier analyses, and commercial negotiations Establish, develop, and monitor supplier agreements Ensure competitive terms as well as the right quality and delivery accuracy Evaluate supplier performance and drive relevant improvement initiatives Identify and manage commercial risks in the supplier chain Contribute to the development of the supplier base and the organization's long-term procurement strategy Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate technical and operational needs into effective procurement solutions We are Looking for You if You Have several years of experience in procurement within manufacturing industry or other technology-intensive operations Have independently worked with requests for quotation, supplier selection, negotiations, and agreements Have a good understanding of industrial processes and collaborations with manufacturing subcontractors Are accustomed to monitoring suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery capability Speak and write fluently in Swedish and English, as both languages are used in daily work Great weight will be placed on your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, we believe you are business-minded, responsible, and clear in your communication. You work in a structured manner, take your own initiative, and feel comfortable in dialogue with both suppliers and internal decision-makers. You also have the ability to handle ongoing procurement matters while working toward more long-term goals. About the Employment This is a consulting assignment where you will be employed by Friday and work on assignment for our client. Other Information Scope: Full-time Location: Linköping Start: By agreement Contact Person: Hampus Kindgren, [email protected] Salary: Competitive salary About Friday At Friday, we are passionate about giving you as a tech talent a really great start to your career. By listening to what you want and what drives you, we match you with companies and opportunities that make you look forward to going to work. We value ambition and potential highly and actively work for unbiased recruitment, where everyone is given the same chance to succeed. We are located in Stockholm, Göteborg, Malmö, Linköping, and Örebro. Each year we conduct over 5,000 career meetings and match candidates with everything from global companies to innovative startups.