Procurement Officer for Goods and Services

Do you enjoy working with project management and finding good solutions for a large organization? Do you also like to develop existing work methods, test new ones, or why not innovate? Then you might be the one we are looking for in a role as a procurement officer for goods and services at the Procurement Office.

We offer you:

• A close-knit team
• Personal development
• The opportunity to work broadly with the entire municipality and its municipal companies
• The chance to work with sustainable business practices in practice
• The opportunity to work with the latest in public procurement and be part of driving the development of public affairs to the next level
• Last but not least: to have fun at work!

At Luleå Municipality, you will have the opportunity to work in a stimulating and developing environment, where we strive to provide you with a good employee experience. You will be part of an engaged, competent, and responsible organization that values you and your skills. Here, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow in your professional role. Read more about our employment benefits and what we can offer you - www.lulea.se/anstallning (www.lulea.se/anstallning)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a procurement officer, you have a central and strategic role where you work closely with both the municipality's management and our operations to implement long-term and sustainable purchases. You collaborate with colleagues throughout the municipality and its companies, where your tasks include formulating requirements, preparing procurement documents, engaging in dialogues with suppliers, and conducting contract follow-ups.

This is a responsible and engaging role where you drive projects and processes forward in an agile, trust-based, and efficient manner in close collaboration with operations, suppliers, and citizens. You tailor the procurement process according to needs, conduct needs and market analyses, use legislation to create good business deals, manage the formal parts of the procurement, and implement and follow up on contracts. You do all this with the support of knowledgeable colleagues who are experts in law, procurement procedures, financial follow-up, and purchasing analyses. In our department, we work closely together and support each other.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who:

• has a university or college degree. Alternatively, you have other education combined with relevant work experience for the position
• has several years of relevant experience from work as a procurement officer, buyer, manager, project leader, business developer, coordinator, or similar
• has a knack for administrative tasks
• is an experienced user of the Office suite
• has good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written

It is an advantage if you have:

• experience in participating in procurements
• experience in identifying needs and formulating requirements
• knowledge of LOU (Public Procurement Act)

Your personal competencies are important to us. To succeed in the role, you need to be structured and enjoy working according to a clear process. You are good at organizing and planning your work, meeting deadlines, and completing what you have started. Since procurement is about teamwork, a key to success in the profession is your ability to collaborate effectively. You are able to express your opinions clearly, be listened to, and earn the respect of others. Our procurements interest many different parties, so you need to be a stable person who can handle various situations constructively.

If you are shortlisted for the position, a background check may be conducted.

Please answer the selection questions and attach your CV along with your application. The role requires you to be present in Luleå.

Warm welcome with your application! We look forward to welcoming you as our colleague and getting to know you.

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Luleå Municipality is one of the largest employers in Norrbotten with a strong belief in the future. We work to create a growing and vibrant municipality with room for 100,000 residents. Our goal is a sustainable society with quality of life for both today's and tomorrow's Luleå residents. Here, we all play an important role - every day, all year round, for Luleå.

We strive for equality and see diversity as a strength. We welcome employees from different backgrounds and work for an accessible work environment for all. Luleå Municipality sees full-time as a right and part-time as an opportunity.

Living in Luleå means a balance between work and leisure. Here you can enjoy northern winters, bright summers, and a safe, family-friendly environment. In Luleå, there is a rich cultural life, outdoor activities, and a strong community focused on innovation and sustainability.

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