Procurement Coordinator

Do you want to utilize your skills as a procurement coordinator to secure Sweden's national security? At the Swedish Armed Forces, you will play an important role where your work makes a difference every day.

About the Unit

The procurement unit of the Swedish Armed Forces is located within the FMLOG (Swedish Armed Forces Logistics) and is responsible for the Armed Forces' procurements and purchases in accordance with applicable procurement legislation. The work we carry out is crucial for the Armed Forces' supply as well as strategic and operational success. We work according to a well-established category management methodology.

The procurement unit consists of seven departments geographically spread across Sweden. We are now looking for a procurement coordinator for our Workplace Services department. We are unpretentious, helpful, and value mutual trust. Our daily work is characterized by continuous professional development while we recognize the importance of well-being and balance – therefore, we apply flexible working hours and have the opportunity for training three hours a week during working hours.

Main Responsibilities

As a Procurement Coordinator, you will work with procurement management and coordination as well as follow-up and improvement measures related to goals and key performance indicators within assigned categories. In the role, you will functionally manage assigned purchasers who utilize the Armed Forces' existing contracts and will also be the contact person for certain designated units. The work is conducted throughout the procurement process from strategic to operational purchasing, where you are responsible for ensuring that routines and guidelines are followed. Part of your daily routine will involve maintaining continuous dialogue with our internal customers within the Armed Forces regarding contracts, instructions, and procurement systems. You will also be in contact with our suppliers and work together with our strategic purchasers to manage ongoing follow-up, analysis, and development of our contracts. You will also be part of our internal training pool and will continuously conduct training in the procurement area within the Armed Forces.

Qualifications

Required experiences and knowledge for the position include:

• Relevant academic education, vocational training with a commercial focus, or equivalent knowledge acquired from relevant work experience
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Very good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing, both in Swedish and in English

Personal Qualities

You are a results-oriented and self-driven person who enjoys and has a good ability to work both independently and in teams. Working on multiple tasks simultaneously is something you thrive on, and you easily adapt to changing circumstances. You also have good analytical skills and can draw conclusions and come up with improvement proposals based on available data. You plan and structure your work well to achieve set goals within specified timeframes. The role also requires a service-oriented attitude and a willingness to help others deliver solutions that lead to results. We place great emphasis on personal qualities.

Meritorious Qualifications

It is advantageous if you have any of the following experiences:

• Category-managed procurement work
• Knowledge of LOU and/or LUFS
• Experience with contract follow-up
• Experience in conducting training

Other

Start date as soon as possible by agreement. The position is a permanent employment that begins with a six-month probationary period. The position is located in Boden and work is conducted on-site. Work samples may be required during the recruitment process.

Inquiries about the Position and Recruitment Process

If you would like to know more, please contact Jonas Berglund, Department Manager, or Carl Wadhagen, HR Generalist.

Union Representatives

All can be reached via the switchboard: 08-788 75 00.
SEKO Eva-Britt Steen
SACO-s Madeleine Bagge
Defense Union OFR/S Helena Strid
OFR/O of-fmlog@mil.se

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-04-22. You apply via the Swedish Armed Forces website. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the Recruiting Unit:

FMLOG supports combat units in performing their tasks at all levels of readiness. We contribute to increased sustainability by planning, storing, delivering, and coordinating the need for supplies and transport.

FMLOG's unique competence with civil and military expertise contributes to delivery reliability and availability.

Together, we ensure that the Swedish Armed Forces' operational capability is maintained nationally and internationally.

The Swedish Armed Forces has a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted prior to employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be assigned to war duties. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.