Global Category Manager Projects

Epiroc is a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries. With
cutting-edge technology, Epiroc develops and produces innovative drill rigs, rock excavation and construction
equipment, and provides world-class service and consumables. The company was founded in Stockholm,
Sweden, and has passionate people supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.
Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

Global Category Manager Projects
Are you in for a big challenge?

We offer a unique opportunity to form a position in a new, global, world leading company.

Job description 
Epiroc will further increase the focus on improving the Global Indirect Sourcing organization. We are therefore looking for a Global Category Manager with the mission and ambition to further improving the Global Indirect Sourcing, conduct spend analysis, create opportunity plans, manage global RFX activities and implement optimized TCO within the main indirect categories.

The Global Indirect Sourcing Team with highly skilled and motivated employees is located primarily in Sweden (Örebro and Stockholm). The role might require travelling to some of our key locations in Sweden and abroad. 

The main mission will be to: 
* Support the overall Epiroc sourcing strategy in the growth ambition and to achieve a higher efficiency level
* Maintain an effective working relationship with Epiroc companies to ensure the successful implementation of the sourcing strategy and optimized TCO for all main entities
* Supplier management & risk mitigation
* Conduct Sourcing maturity audits, spend analysis, opportunity plans. Implement savings and follow-up
* Support local entities with templates and processes



Educational and experience requirements
University degree with many years of experience from strategic sourcing and project management. The ideal candidate should also have a strong customer focus and a solid supply chain understanding.As the position is global, a good command of English (verbal and written) is a must. You must also be willing to travel internationally. 


Personality requirements

We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented person with an openness to changes and a proactive approach. In order to be successful, you have a strong personal drive and extensive analytical skills. In addition, you are a cooperative team member with good leadership skills.
This position requires very strong communication skills to negotiate with suppliers, work effectively via teleconferences with global team members, work closely with local colleagues and to present performance results to upper management.

Application and contacts
Send in your application including CV and personal letter by creating an account in our recruitment system as soon as possible but no later than 2021-02-28. We review applications continuously.

For more information about this opportunity, Please contact recruiting manager, Lars-Erik Gustafsson, Global Indirect Sourcing Manager. Telephone: 0196707072. Other questions, please contact Maria Roseen, Recruitment Specialist. Telephone: 076496567