Hybrid Supply Chain Specialist – Procurement

at PXGEO

• Job title: Supply Chain Specialist – Procurement
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Stockholm, Sweden

About the role

• Procurement specialist managing global sourcing and multi-million-dollar negotiations for OEM manufacturing operations. Collaborating with various teams to meet procurement requirements and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for the assigned categories and purchasing groups including supplier onboarding, RFx, commercial negotiations, raising purchase orders, obtaining order acknowledgement, expediting and goods receiving
• Undertake procurement of a diverse range of component categories, ensuring consistent high-quality on-time delivery, cost-effectiveness and working capital optimization
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to, negotiate commercial aspects of contract agreements (materials supply agreements incorporating VMI or consignment stock, subcontract agreements, master service agreements, software license/subscription agreements)
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of Materials Requirement Planning (MRP), procurement planning, inventory management
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal partners, including engineering, operations and R&D teams to develop purchasing requirements and schedules
• Utilize market intelligence and industry trends to inform procurement strategies, drive innovation and cost-effectiveness
• Develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with the right suppliers to ensure success and long-term partnerships
• Ensure that purchasing requirements are carried out in accordance with the Manta Systems Management System procedures and processes
• Contribute to a safe and efficient operation in all procurement activities
• Experienced in working within a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
• No direct reporting lines, however, the role is responsible for supervising day-to-day activities and completion of processes in a timely manner and in line with Manta Systems processes and procedures
• Close interaction with - Acquisition department: Operations, VMs, Shore reps, vessels in operation, Technology, Maritime, IT, HR, EHSQ, and R&D teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Science, or related discipline from a four-year college or university required
• 5+ years’ experience in senior procurement role and/or category management and/or strategic sourcin
• Primarily experienced in procurement for OEM manufacturing operations / contract manufacturing / Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) sectors
• Experience working in a global matrixed organization
• Knowledge of documentation related to import, export, transport, custom clearance requirements related to dual use goods will be an advantage.