Category Buyer

Are you an experienced buyer and expert within the automotive industry? Have you secured year over year savings above market levels? Have you managed a supply base and taken them to the next level of performance? The current dynamic business environment has companies pivoting to address volatile demand, rising cost, a challenging labor environment, transportation issues, government regulation and supply chain shortage. We are looking for someone who wants to be incredible. To take an enormous challenge, see it as opportunity, and become the benchmark for excellence within category purchasing.
Kongsberg Automotive is now looking for a Category Buyer who would like to be part of building the future and aiming to constantly be in the forefront of our areas. The position is based at Kongsberg Automotive in Gothenburg, Sweden or Raufoss, Norway.
What will you do?
Take ownership of a supply base within metal raw material and to own and implement a category strategy to secure cost reductions and improve quality and supplier service level. You will take initiatives designed to mitigate financial risk and deliver value to the business.
We want a local supply base for our global manufacturing facilities, better quality, and a focus on driving cost out of the business. We are a great category purchasing team and we want you to be part of it to make it even better. Seize the goals and objectives and make them reality. Help us realize an enormous vision. We want to keep winning and take our successful company to the next level. You will be challenged and highly visible. You will report to Christopher the Global Category Director.
How to be successful in this role?
You have the relevant experience, the talent and drive to deliver results and make a change. You thrive when you are given well-defined targets and objectives and the freedom to tailor your own tactical plan to reach them.
Who are you?
Successful track record within purchasing
Experience within metal raw material, forging & machining processes
Production technology understanding, preferably within automotive
Efficient, proactive and a hands-on approach
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
University degree in relevant field
Business fluent in English, written and spoken

What do we offer?
High paced global environment with endless opportunities. Competent and supportive colleagues and inspiring and people-oriented leadership, all with great team spirit. The possibility to influence and make a difference in all aspects of the job.
A workplace where you will develop and grow your career and yourself. A team to be proud to be part of.
Does this feel like the right challenge for you, then apply now!
Who are we?
Kongsberg Automotive provides world class products to the global vehicle industry. Our products enhance the driving experience, making it safer, more comfortable, and sustainable. With revenues of approx. EUR 1.1 billion and approximately 11600 employees in 19 countries, Kongsberg Automotive is truly a global supplier.
The company is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland and has more than 30 production facilities worldwide. The product portfolio includes driver and motion control systems, fluid assemblies, and industrial driver interface products developed for global vehicle manufacturers.
Questions?
Feel free to reach out to Christopher Lindström, Global Category Director.
christopher.lindstrom@ka-group.com

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