Purchasing Officer to Alten in Gothenburg

ALTEN supports its customer’s development strategies in the areas of innovation R&D and information systems. Created 30 years ago and based in 30 countries, the Group has established itself as a world leader in Engineering and Technology Consulting. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defence & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Service sectors. With a financial turnover of more than 2,3 billion euros we currently have almost 33,800 employees. Visit www.alten.com or www.alten.se for further information.

Do you have proven experience from working with purchasing and are you open for a new challenge? Would you like to be a part of developing and optimizing ALTEN’s purchasing department? Then we might have the challenge for you! ALTEN are looking for a new purchasing and facility officer to our headquarter in Gothenburg!

Purpose of the role
As purchasing officer, you will be part of a purchasing team where your objective is to improve the purchasing processes of ALTEN Sweden. The function work in close collaboration to the other back office functions as well as to the business organization. Your job is mainly to be responsible for the contact with vendors and suppliers. From research, evaluation and comparing order and quality follow ups. You are expected to handle the negotiations and to critically compare prizes to find the best suitable vendors for ALTEN Sweden to support the business. ALTEN Sweden have offices in 11 different locations so you will manage the needs of all these from the headquarter.

Main Responsibilities

• Researching and evaluating potential vendors
• Comparing the prices of different vendors for gaining maximum ROI
• Negotiating contracts on reasonable terms for pricing and supply
• Tracking the orders and ensuring timely deliveries
• Monitoring purchased products to ensure quality
• Updating order details into our internal databases
• Issuing purchase reports including the cost analysis
• Placing orders as and when required
• Collaborating with the team to develop purchasing plans and find potential vendors
• Maintaining good relationships with suppliers
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Your profile
You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Management or relevant field with strong understanding of purchasing management software’s, purchasing processes and policies. Proven track record of working as a Purchasing Officer or a similar role for at least 5 years. We require proficient computer skills in Microsoft office programs since you should have the ability to create reports and conduct cost analysis. You have a professional level of both Swedish and English. As mentioned, we also expect you to have excellent negotiation skills and ability to review contracts. As a person you have no problem with time management and you like being part of a dynamic organization. You are a team player with strong organizational skills. Other would describe you as structured, communicative and detail oriented with good problem-solving skills.

APPLICATION & CONTACT
Your Talent manages this recruitment. If you find the role challenging and interesting, please apply through www.yourtalent.se Interviews will be held continuously. If you have any questions regarding this position please contact recruitment consultant Johan Sjöberg 0761-709851, johan.sjoberg@yourtalent.se