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Senior Buyer - Gothenburg
Sway Sourcing
Source: Arbetsformedlingen Platsbanken · original listing ↗
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About this role
We are seeking a Senior Buyer for an international company in the powertrain industry. This role offers the opportunity to develop sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships for engine systems and accessories in a technically complex environment. Working alongside procurement colleagues in Europe and Asia, you will collaborate with stakeholders across R&D, business strategy, manufacturing, logistics, supplier quality and aftermarket. Your focus will be to secure production materials that meet quality, cost and delivery requirements while supporting competitive powertrain solutions. The position combines strategic sourcing with day-to-day purchasing responsibilities. You will also have opportunities to contribute beyond your core area, broaden your expertise and develop professionally. Your responsibilities Lead and develop purchasing activities for base engine components. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities. Act as the primary commercial contact for suppliers. Conduct market benchmarking and supplier assessments. Manage strategic sourcing activities and commercial negotiations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing decisions with business and technical needs. Manage purchase orders, agreements and related documentation. Develop and optimise the supplier base to strengthen performance and long-term value. Your profile You are commercially minded, results-oriented and comfortable working with complex challenges. You identify opportunities, propose practical solutions and constructively challenge established approaches. You build effective working relationships and bring integrity, accountability and a collaborative approach to your work. You can manage several projects simultaneously, set clear priorities and deliver against agreed objectives. You also take an active interest in developing your skills. Your background A university degree in business or engineering, or equivalent qualifications. Two to five years of experience in commercial and/or engineering roles, including commercial negotiations. Relevant legal knowledge, particularly in relation to purchasing and contracts. Strong business judgement and the ability to organise your work and meet deadlines. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in both Swedish and English. Application & Start Date Start Date: 2026-12-07 End Date: 2027-09-30 Application Deadline: 2026-11-17 Location: Gothenburg Selections and interviews are ongoing! Sway Sourcing is an innovative recruitment partner specializing in matching the right talent with the right company—quickly and efficiently. Our primary focus lies in Finance, Administration, HR, Marketing, and IT, but we also have the broad expertise and flexibility required to deliver tailored recruitment solutions across all industries. Although we are a relatively new player, we have already gained the trust of many of Sweden's largest companies and operate both nationally and internationally. With bases in Sweden and Spain, we offer a unique combination of local expertise and global reach. Our strong network and deep industry insights make us the obvious partner for companies looking to stay ahead in their recruitment efforts.