Solution-oriented Purchaser

Within Sandvik Group, we’re passionate about development and advanced technology, and we always aim to offer the best possible experience for our customers. Right now, we’re taking an exciting step in transforming our market-leading business even further within the area of stone crushers and screening equipment for the mining and construction industries. We do this by founding an independent, growth-oriented and customer-centric Business Area by the name of Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions. A place of inclusive collaboration, agility and innovation - where we nurture an ever-growing portfolio of products and solutions based on the needs of the market, and where pioneering software technology meets the core of manufacturing.
To our Procurement department, we’re now looking for an experienced and solution-oriented purchaser, with great communication skills to take part in developing our business and, at the same time, grow with it. This is a unique opportunity to influence our strategy for the future, and we offer you international networks and great possibilities for self-development.
Let’s talk about the job
In this position, you create a seamless flow for day to day business; ensuring that all purchasing activities in your area – equipment and aftermarket – are fully aligned with our overall strategy. An important part of your mission is to monitor deliveries, delayed orders, order changes, invoice control and updates of master data to secure stable processes. You also drive weekly and monthly follow up meetings with suppliers focusing on optimizing supplier KPI’s – containing on of time delivery, availability, lead times reduction, forecast planning and buffer stock. Naturally, you establish and manage stable relationships with key stakeholders to reach our goals and grow together!
Other important parts of your mission are:


Managing, monitoring and acting according to KPI’s and developing action plans to correct gaps
and reach our target.
Implementing and executing best procurement model depending on the supplier capabilities.
Giving input and participating in updates and changes of our policies and principles.
Sharing information with key stakeholders and suppliers.
Leading and participating in purchasing projects and activities.

The location for this position is Svedala – a fast and easy commute from surrounding cities, such as Malmö, Lund and Ystad, and with our site located just across from the train station.
What about you?
We’re looking for someone with a Bachelor´s degree in Logistics, Business Administration or Engineering,
or equivalent knowledge gained from work experience. You have solid experience of purchasing or planning, preferably in a project or manufacturing environment. You’re used to reading mechanical drawings, and experience from Infor M3, SAP or another ERP system is advantageous, as well as APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification. We act in an international environment which calls for fluency in English and Swedish, written and verbal. For this position it’s also beneficial if you’re fluent in German and have experience from working with German suppliers.
You’re open-minded and a true team player, who at the same time don’t mind working independently. With your excellent communication skills and structured way of working, you establish and build strong networks and have the ability to see both the details and the big picture. Positivity is a cornerstone in your personality - you see possibilities instead of problems and with a great amount of energy you thrive in a changing environment!
Our Sandvik culture
Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group, rapidly developing into new, digital offerings. We believe in a collaborative and inclusive culture, where innovations are part of everyday life. And for us, it’s clear that our diversities form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us further. 
How to apply
As we have an ongoing selection process for this recruitment, we kindly ask you to send your application as soon as possible but no later than January 17th, 2021. Read more about Sandvik Group and apply at home.sandvik/career, Job ID: R0022784
Contact information
For further information about this position, please contact:
Maria Rutholm, recruiting manager, +46 (0)70 616 70 86
Union contacts - Sweden
Mårten Lindberg, Unionen, +46 (0)40 409 240
Riccardo Repetto, Akademikerföreningen, +46 (0)40 409 394
Michael Wicktor-Ohlsson, Ledarna, +46 (0)40 409 025
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Services, +46 (0)26 261 444.
Recruitment Specialist
André Söderholm
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