Strategic Procurement Manager Sought for Our Client in Gothenburg

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About the Position We are now seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager for our client within the automotive industry. In this role, you will be responsible for procurement activities within a defined area and drive both strategic and operational initiatives with a focus on cost-effectiveness, quality, and delivery reliability. In this role, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, where you not only manage ongoing procurement activities but also develop long-term strategies, drive improvement initiatives, and contribute to business development in areas such as sustainability. Examples of tasks: Lead and drive daily procurement activities Own and execute strategic sourcing work, and drive cost reduction initiatives Develop and implement business and procurement strategies Negotiate agreements and ensure effective supplier solutions Establish and develop structures for Supplier Relationship Management Monitor and analyze market developments that impact availability and pricing Ensure that delivery, quality, and cost meet established targets Collaborate with internal functions and project teams About You: We are looking for you as a confident and business-driven procurement professional with a strong ability to work both strategically and operatively. You have several years of experience in procurement, including strategic procurement work and supplier development in complex, preferably technical environments. Furthermore, we see that you have strong negotiation skills and high business acumen with experience working in international organizations. You have good collaboration skills and experience working with multiple stakeholders; experience from the automotive industry or similar is a merit. Key Requirements for the Position: Several years of relevant experience in strategic procurement Experience in sourcing, supplier development, and cost optimization Experience developing and implementing procurement or category strategies Ability to analyze market trends and translate insights into business decisions Experience driving projects independently Please note that this is a position where you have the opportunity to submit your CV to work as a consultant through Adecco. Your role and focus will be adapted based on the assignment's needs and your competencies. The assignment period can vary, from shorter to longer engagements. Important to Consider When Applying To best help us understand your competencies and experience, we ask that you submit an updated and clear CV, clearly stating the roles you have held, your responsibilities, and how many years of experience you have in each area. We review applications on a rolling basis. The position may be filled before the final application deadline, so please submit your application as soon as possible! Contact Information If you have questions about the position or the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruiter: Josephine Hjalmarsson via [email protected] If you have questions regarding registration, please contact support at [email protected] Please note that we do not accept applications via email.About the Position We are now seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager for our client within the automotive industry. In this role, you will be responsible for procurement activities within a defined area and drive both strategic and operational initiatives with a focus on cost-effectiveness, quality, and delivery reliability. In this role, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, where you not only manage ongoing procurement activities but also develop long-term strategies, drive improvement initiatives, and contribute to business development in areas such…

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job

Status

active

Visibility

public

City

GÖTEBORG

Address

Ullevigatan 19

GPS

57.706437634643, 11.984111337088copyopen in

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Published

8. 7. 2026

Edited

4. 8. 2026

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