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🚀 Do you want to help shape the future of major investment projects?

We are currently looking for an experienced and business-driven Senior Procurement Professional to take on a key role in strategic purchasing and sourcing within extensive CAPEX and construction projects. This is a unique opportunity for you if you want to work in a global organization where procurement is seen as a strategic function, and where you have the chance to influence business-critical decisions with significant economic impact.

In this role, you will become an integral part of an international team working on some of the industry's most complex and exciting investment projects. You will drive strategic procurement initiatives, develop supplier relationships, and ensure the business has the right partners to meet both current and future needs.

As a Senior Procurement Professional, you are responsible for the entire procurement and sourcing process within CAPEX Construction – from market analysis and supplier strategies to negotiations, contract management, and supplier development.

You will work closely with project managers, technical specialists, and other key stakeholders to ensure sustainable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle.

• Lead and drive strategic sourcing initiatives within CAPEX and construction-related categories

• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers based on quality, delivery capability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness

• Conduct market analyses to identify new opportunities and supplier trends

• Manage the entire tendering process, including requests for quotations, negotiations, and contract drafting

• Develop and implement long-term category strategies

• Manage budgets, cost tracking, and savings initiatives

• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements

• Build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and working methods

✔ Academic degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Real Estate, or equivalent

✔ At least 5 years of experience in strategic purchasing and sourcing within large CAPEX, construction, or investment projects

✔ Documented experience in developing and implementing successful procurement and category strategies

✔ Good understanding of contracting, construction projects, technical installations, and process equipment

✔ Experience in complex commercial negotiations and contract management

✔ Strong project management skills and experience working in international matrix organizations

✔ Experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement systems

✔ Very good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite

✔ Fluent English in both spoken and written form

• Experience from the energy, industrial, or infrastructure sectors

• Experience with international investment projects

• Knowledge of Swedish and additional languages

• Previous experience with global supplier strategies

To succeed in this role, you are a driven and business-oriented procurement specialist with a strategic mindset. You have natural leadership qualities, thrive on taking initiative, and have the ability to build trust with both internal and external partners.

You are motivated by solving complex business challenges, driving improvements, and creating long-term value for the business.

• Work in an international and future-oriented organization

• Drive strategic procurement initiatives with significant business impact

• Become part of extensive investment and construction projects

• Collaborate with experts and decision-makers on a global level

• Have the opportunity to influence and develop future supplier strategies

Start Date: 2026-06-15

End Date: 2026-12-31

Scope: 100%

Location: Ludvika, Sweden

Language: Fluent English in spoken and written form

Apply as soon as possible – selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis; please attach an English CV when applying.

Sway Sourcing is an innovative recruitment partner specializing in matching the right talent with the right company – quickly and efficiently. Our main focus lies within Finance, Administration, HR, Marketing, and IT, but we also possess the broad expertise and flexibility required to deliver tailored recruitment solutions across all industries.

Although we are a relatively new player, we have already built trust with many of Sweden's largest companies and operate both nationally and internationally. With bases in Sweden and Spain, we offer a unique combination of local expertise and global reach. Our strong network and deep industry insights make us a natural partner for companies that want to stay ahead in their recruitment efforts.