Director Site Purchasing

You share our passion to make the world a better, cleaner place. Being a Supply Chain professional with operational experience, you ideally have worked in industrial or automotive manufacturing environments, and you have a track record in effectively solving operational supply issues. You are convinced that working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment does not only drive value, it also is a source of energy and satisfaction for you as a leader. Through your career, you have also learned how to handle ambiguity while providing structure and guidance to your team. You are service oriented and understand that Supply Chain is a pivotal function ensuring smooth construction, commissioning, and manufacturing process.
Your future responsibilities
Build, grow and lead the Site team consisting of Equipment Purchasing, Maintenance, Repair, Operations as well as Indirect Procurement specialists sharing the passion for Operations
Build a competitive and reliable supply network of partners for locally provided goods and services and implement framework agreements for regionally or globally managed categories.
Support operations with supplier management, sourcing, and tactical procurement in close collaboration with the Group Procurement teams for equipment and indirect spend.
Lead tactical response to supply chain challenges impacting service performance, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.

Your profile:
You share our passion to make the world a better, cleaner place. Being a Supply Chain professional with operational experience, you ideally have worked in industrial or automotive manufacturing environments, and you have a track record in effectively solving operational supply issues. You are convinced that working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment does not only drive value, it also is a source of energy and satisfaction for you as a leader. Through your career you have also learned how to handle ambiguity while providing structure and guidance to your team. You are service oriented and understand that Supply Chain is a pivotal function ensuring smooth construction, commissioning, and manufacturing process.
This position is a full-time employment and will include occasional traveling to other Northvolt sites and suppliers. Please apply with cover letter and CV in English or your complete LinkedIn profile
Skills & Requirements
We believe that you bring:
Bachelor or Master's degree with focus on Industrial Engineering, Sourcing & Logistics or Engineering, and/or equivalent work experience
At least 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management roles, including first experiences in a leadership role
Proven track record of building strong and efficient teams
Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence others
Experience in factory expansions and operational start-up
Exemplary multitasking and organizational skills
Excellent in communication in English, written and spoken – Other languages are a plus