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Technical Purchasing Assistant - Contribute to Smart and Sustainable Material Choices

Do you want to work in a key role where technology meets purchasing? Do you have an eye for detail and the ability to see the bigger picture? Then the role of Technical Purchasing Assistant might be right for you!

About the Role
As a Technical Purchasing Assistant, you will work as a consultant via Jefferson Wells at one of our clients - a leading player in the high-tech industry. This is a staffing assignment with good prospects of transitioning into direct employment with the client in the long run.

In this role, you work at the intersection of technology and purchasing. You play a vital part in ensuring accurate item data and material selection, acting as a support to buyers on technical matters related to suppliers and production conditions.

You will analyze technical documentation, manage material data in systems, and contribute to cost-effective purchasing. The role involves close collaboration with project managers, designers, and buyers across various projects.

You report to the Section Manager for Technical Purchasing Support.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Create and maintain purchase items in the material catalog
• Ensure mandatory attributes are correctly registered
• Generate and manage purchase requisitions based on system and project needs
• Consolidate purchases to achieve cost-effective solutions
• Procure materials for projects with long-term delivery plans (forecast purchasing)
• Support buyers with technical expertise in dialogues with suppliers
• Contribute to collaboration between internal functions and project teams

Your Profile
To succeed in this role, we look for someone with a structured work approach who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and have strong planning skills.

You collaborate easily and build good relationships with both colleagues and external partners. Furthermore, you have a technical interest and enjoy working with details and analysis.

We are looking for someone who has

• 3-8 years of experience in a relevant field
• Very good proficiency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken
• Good knowledge of the Office package

It is an advantage if you have

• Experience in spare parts procurement (technical and purchasing)
• Knowledge of different material types
• Relevant educational background
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Points of Contact
In this role, you will have a broad network:

• Internal: buyers, designers, technicians, project managers, material planners, etc.
• External: suppliers and partners

What We Offer
You are offered an exciting role in a high-tech and growing environment with one of our attractive clients. Here you have great opportunities to influence, develop, and take the next step in your career.

As a consultant at Jefferson Wells, you become part of a strong network of specialists, while having the opportunity to work in developmental assignments at market-leading companies.

About Jefferson Wells
Jefferson Wells is a consulting and recruitment agency specialized in managers and specialists. With our deep industry competence, we help companies grow - and our candidates take the next step in their careers.

We are present in about 50 locations in Sweden and in over 50 countries worldwide, as part of ManpowerGroup. Through our network, you gain access to some of Sweden's most attractive employers.

Application
Does this sound like your next challenge? Apply today!

We work with rolling selections, and the position may be filled before the application deadline.
The position may require a security clearance according to current regulations, which in some cases may imply citizenship requirements.

Questions? Please contact the responsible Consultant Manager:
Charlotte Johansson
📧 [email protected]