Vacant job

Avaron AB is a growing consultancy focused on technology, finance, and business support. We match your expertise with the market's most interesting assignments, offering a platform where your professional development is central.

We are looking for a Buyer within direct material to join a procurement organization in the powertrain domain. You will work in a developing and challenging area together with a procurement team across EU and China and collaborate closely with stakeholders such as R&D, Strategy & Business, Manufacturing & Logistics and other key functions. The assignment focuses on securing production materials to engine plants in Europe and China, with high quality and strong commercial value.

The work is carried out in a remote desktop environment, and you are expected to use your own equipment when needed.

• Drive and develop purchasing activities within base engine components
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives
• Act as the main point of contact towards suppliers
• Perform market benchmarking and supplier evaluations
• Run strategic sourcing activities and lead negotiations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and “internal customers” across functions
• Manage ordering activities and handle agreements
• Develop and optimize the supplier base

• Business or Technical university degree (or equivalent)
• Experience from commercial and/or engineering work (2-5 years), including commercial negotiations
• Legal knowledge
• Strong business acumen combined with high integrity
• Ability to prioritize your work and deliver on time
• Excellent communication skills in English and Swedish (written and spoken)
• Ability to work in a remote desktop environment and use your own equipment when necessary

• Experience from procurement within powertrain systems and accessories

Selections are made on an ongoing basis, so we recommend that you apply as soon as possible.