Strategic Buyer at Saab in Linköping

Are you an experienced and dedicated buyer with knowledge in strategic sourcing? Do you want to work in an exciting and challenging role within the aviation industry? Right now, we at Jefferson Wells are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to Saab in Linköping. Take the chance to become part of a dynamic and innovative organization focused on Gripen and T-7A Trainer!

Location: Linköping

Start: By agreement

Assignment: Long-term consulting assignment with a good chance of permanent employment.

About the role

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Saab Aeronautics, you will work with business relationships, projects, and strategic purchases related to Saab's products. You will be responsible for collaborating with selected strategic suppliers and work on both new and existing projects in close cooperation with technical and engineering teams.

In your role, you will among other things:

Be responsible for business relationships with strategic suppliers and ensure their long-term commitment to Saab.
Lead procurements and negotiations for new and ongoing projects.
Act as project leader for the sourcing team in larger projects.
Drive continuous development within your area of responsibility.
Build and maintain a comprehensive professional network both internally and externally.

Your profile

We are looking for someone with commercial experience and solid knowledge in strategic sourcing. You are engaged, structured, and business-oriented. Your ability to build and maintain long-term relationships is crucial. As a person, you are persistent, proactive, and enjoy collaboration both internally and with external parties.

We believe you have:

A university degree or vocational training in purchasing or equivalent documented education.
Experience in strategic purchasing and project management.
Good communication skills and proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.
International experience or knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

The position requires you to undergo and be approved according to the applicable security protection regulations. For positions where Saab has requirements for security classification, this may involve requirements for certain citizenship.

About Jefferson Wells

Jefferson Wells is a consulting and recruitment company specializing in the supply of executives and specialists. Jefferson Wells' unique expertise and industry experience enable us to help businesses grow and offer long-term career development for our candidates. Jefferson Wells is present in about 50 locations in Sweden and in more than 50 countries worldwide and is part of ManpowerGroup. With our extensive network, we can offer a wealth of exciting job opportunities. We match your skills and career goals with some of Sweden's most attractive businesses and brands, so you can achieve your career aspirations.