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Operational Buyer with Negotiation Responsibility

Do you have experience in operational purchasing and a sharp ability to handle negotiations? Do you also have a background in grocery retail or a close connection to the food industry? Then this could be the assignment for you.

About the role

As an Operational Buyer, you will play a crucial role in the organization's purchasing processes. You will be responsible for the entire purchasing chain from item registration to supplier relationships and have a key role in driving negotiations with suppliers to ensure the best possible terms.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Negotiating contracts and prices with suppliers to optimize purchasing costs and delivery terms
• Strategic and operational purchasing with a focus on inventory optimization and assortment development
• Item registration and master data maintenance in ERP systems
• Order management, order monitoring, and ongoing supplier contacts
• Invoice management and ensuring correct payments
• Collaborating closely with strategic buyers, warehouse, and finance department to maximize efficiency and cost savings

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience in operational purchasing, purchasing responsibility, or a similar role within grocery retail, the food industry, or wholesale
• Documented experience in negotiation and supplier collaborations
• Experience working with ERP and demand planning systems
• Strong analytical skills and accustomed to optimizing processes and costs
• High administrative ability and accustomed to working structured in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

About you

To succeed in this role, we believe you:

• Are a self-driven and business-oriented person with a strategic view on purchasing
• Have a strong negotiation ability and enjoy building long-term relationships with suppliers
• Are analytical and meticulous with a good understanding of cost drivers within the purchasing process
• Thrive in a dynamic and changing environment and can manage multiple parallel projects

Application

Does this sound like a role for you? Submit your application today! We process applications continuously and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

This is a consulting assignment that lasts for at least one year starting from June. The company is located in Haninge municipality.

If you have questions about the role, feel free to contact johan.iggbom@hero.se We look forward to hearing from you!

At Hero, we specialize in staffing and recruitment in Stockholm. With a strong foothold in the industry and a heart for quality, we build long-term relationships between employers and talents. Our philosophy is simple: we work with heart to create sustainable and successful collaborations. We are heart working.