Head of Procurement Saab Avionics Systems

At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.

What you will be a part of
An oppurtunity has arisen for an individual to work at the cutting edge of technology in an international environment.
Our employees are our greatest resource and always will be. We are therefore looking for committed and motivated employees with a high degree of professionalism and goal orientation. We place great emphasis on building trust internally and to our customers. We are looking for employees who want to work in an environment characterized by knowledge, expertise and trust.
Saab Avionics Systems develops and manufactures safety critical systems and equipment for demanding applications in fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. Avionics Systems portfolio includes the new generation Head-Up Display System, Mission Computers, Control and Actuation Systems and Communication Management System, among others. We deliver for example hardware and software for JAS 39 Gripen systems, high-lift systems for the Boeing 787 and Airbus A400M, and gyros for multiple military applications. Avionics Systems have more than 300 employees located in Jönköping and Järfälla and most of our projects are carried out in an international environment.



Your role
We are looking for an efficient and effective Head of Procurement. You will be responsible for running the procurement team consisting of 7 professionals. Since a large portion of the refined value is to be found with suppliers both in Sweden and internationally, the procurement function forms a very important part of the organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:

Translating overarching targets into clear targets for your own organisation
Leading according to our organisational values
Continue to lead the procurement department into a true best in class unit
Full responsibility for results within your area, which includes responsibility for finances, quality, delivery capacity and effectiveness
Preparing and making day-to-day decisions in the organisation

Your skills and experience
The Head of Procurement will play a vital role in leading the function in which each member contributes with their individual experiences and skills to create an effective and dynamic environment. We are looking for an individual with excellent leadership skills and the ability to empower employees. As Head of Procurement you will demonstrate communicative leadership skills in order to create commitment and energy within the organisation. We believe in a fully implemented performance driven culture.
We believe you to have varied commercial/supply experience from an international environment as well as a good understanding of the flow of materials and surrounding processes. You should have extensive experience of complex procurement and partnership relations in an international business environment, the ability to focus on keeping delivery times and you strive to achieve top quality.
The successful candidate will be required to travel both in Sweden and internationally.

About Saab
Saab is a global defence and security company operating in the fields of air,land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number 14,700 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is also a company with opportunities. A company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility and good opportunities for advancing in your career. But also a company that respects each person’s needs for a rewarding life beyond work.