Senior Global Strategic Buyer

Sway Sourcing

. Design and execute sourcing and procurement strategies that support business goals .

Posted 10/12/2026contractVästerås • SwedenSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management while ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to optimize procurement processes in alignment with business goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationsContract ManagementERP PlatformsSupply Chain Management

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Hard Skills

Sourcing StrategiesTender ProcessesSupplier Relationship ManagementCommercial PrinciplesCost StructuresAnalytical AbilitiesProblem-SolvingTechnical KnowledgeIT Category Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration Across FunctionsOwnership of Tasks

Tools & Technologies

Procurement-Related Systems

Industry Keywords

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE)Ethical Business PracticesProcurement Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and execute sourcing and procurement strategies that support business goals
Research, assess, select, and develop suppliers across local and international markets
Build strong supplier relationships and establish long-term supplier development plans
Coordinate and manage several sourcing projects and tender processes simultaneously
Lead commercial discussions, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities
Ensure purchasing activities follow established procedures, policies, and compliance requirements
Identify opportunities to optimize procurement processes and introduce more standardized ways of working
Work closely with internal stakeholders and international teams to align procurement activities with operational needs
Support high standards in health, safety, environment (HSE), ethical business practices, and procurement compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar discipline
Approximately 5–10 years of professional experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, tender processes, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management
Solid understanding of commercial principles, cost structures, and supplier markets
Experience using ERP platforms and procurement-related systems
Technical knowledge gained through education or experience in an industrial or engineering-focused environment
Knowledge of IT category management
Strong analytical abilities, commercial awareness, and a structured approach to problem-solving
Ability to take ownership of tasks independently while collaborating effectively across functions, cultures, and geographical locations
Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement, with at least two days per week on-site once fully onboarded
Consulting opportunity within a global industrial and technology-focused organization
International work setting
Opportunity to work with international teams and global supplier partnerships