Manager – Category Management & Procurement Development

Become a part of transforming Europe’s leading Ferry Company
At Stena Line, we work together to transform our business and achieving our vision - Connecting Europe for a sustainable future. Great team work and a friendly atmosphere is in our DNA. We are true problem-solvers and are always up for a new challenge. The journey starts with us!

Our Procurement team consists of nine colleagues and manager, handling all procurement for the Stena Line Group. We work together to create value for the company in close collaboration with key stakeholders in the different regions. Now we’re looking for a new colleague that can help us develop our way of working and take the next step!

What will you do?
As Manager of Category Management & Procurement Development you are responsible for the two areas. It will be your mission to manage an assigned category to create highest value, quality and reliability by collaborating with key stakeholders. You will also lead cross functional sourcing activities to meet the Company’s requirements. We need your skills to develop our procurement function, to maintain and improve purchasing processes as well as procedures. You will be responsible for coordinating and driving continuous improvements within the procurement organisation, in order to increase efficiency and satisfaction.

Some of your key responsibilities:


• Develop and maintain strong category strategies
• Analyze category spend data to find opportunities for cost reduction
• Lead cross functional sourcing activities
• Lead and implement the operational development of procurement processes and procedures
• Negotiate and settle contracts / frame agreements
• Monitor and advise on market conditions, which represent risk or opportunity to Stena Line with regard to commercial, legal, quality and environmental conditions
• Manage commercial relationships with suppliers
• Support the organization when there is a need for a purchase; compare offers, negotiate, evaluate and approve suppliers, together with stakeholder evaluate the product/service
• Manage knowledge and processes, and ensure project team members are applying best practice and work according to defined processes


Who are you?
At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. We are looking for someone with a Yes we can-attitude, who is enthusiastic and self-motivated. You are not afraid to make decisions and drive improvement where you see fit. You have an ability to interpret the needs of your colleagues and convert it into processes and procedures. Your efficiency, problem solving skills and analytical mind-set will be a great asset and you are able to face complex issues and find good solutions. With your solid experience and competence in the area, you can contribute and help our Procurement department develop.

The must-haves:


• A technical of financial university degree or equivalent
• Extensive experience within procurement, with great experience in leading strategic sourcing activities
• A demonstrated ability to analyze category spend data, lead the identification and selection of strategic sourcing partners, structuring of contracts and supplier relationships
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Experience in project based improvement work in an international environment
• Experience from procurement in different organisation, preferably with an entrepreneurial feel
• Excellent communication skills In English and Swedish, both written and spoken

Interested?
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Gothenburg within our Group Procurement department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your application in English as soon as possible but no later than 23rd of September, 2020. Please note that due to GDPR we do not accept applications via e-mail or postal service. We have collective bargaining agreements with Unionen, among others, who you can contact for more information.

If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact Joakim Rönnäng, Head of Group Procurement at joakim.ronnang@stenaline.com or about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Stina Sörensen, Talent Acquisition Manager, stina.sorensen@stenaline.com.

Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.

About Stena Line
As the leader of sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 4300 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company. We believe it is up to us where we want to go next and how far we want to go. The journey starts with us.

Working at Stena Line means having a safe and stable workplace and a great work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.