Sourcing Manager at Vattenfall Wind Power Ltd

Stockholm, , Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sustainable Procurement, Category Management, Contract Negotiation, Supplier Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Sourcing, Life Cycle Assessment, Circular Economy Principles, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Strategy, Swedish Language, English Language

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 21 000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission. Job Description Are you an experienced purchaser looking for a pivotal role in driving sustainable procurement practices? Vattenfall's Procurement for Customer and Energy Solutions team offers you an opportunity to lead and innovate in a broader capacity. Our Procurement for Customer and Energy Solutions team is international and highly experienced, engaged across almost all Vattenfall countries. As a Sourcing Manager at Vattenfall, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our Business operations, shaping our procurement strategy, driving sustainable and inclusive practices across various high-impact categories with a focus on customer/financial services. We are seeking a seasoned professional who is not only passionate about Procurement but also exhibits a solid Procurement toolbox and a strong personality. You will report directly to the Head of Procurement Decentral Category Management Customer & Energy Solutions. Key Responsibilities: Alignment of procurement plans together with your Business partners and other relevant stakeholders, follow up on the Procurement Plan execution Investigation of supplier market, development and implementation of category and contracting strategies, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and ethical sourcing practices. Establishment of contracts in close collaboration with Legal department and other stakeholders including contract management Lead supplier negotiations including internal stakeholder alignment, contract development and supplier relationship management, ensuring equitable treatment and strategic partnerships. Initiate and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce environmental impact, enhance energy efficiency, and promote circular economy principles within the supply chain. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business leaders to integrate advanced sustainability and D&I requirements into procurement strategies, set supplier evaluation criteria, and promote innovation and transparency within the supply chain. Provide oversight and guidance on procurement policies and practices, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. Lessons learned and best practice approach Location: Solna (Stockholm) Qualifications Who are you? We are looking for a driven procurement professional who excels in establishing strategic goals and a shared vision among team members. You understand the importance of leadership and strategic direction and are skilled at fostering a culture of excellence and respect. You bring valuable insights and advanced expertise that drive organizational success. You can recognize yourself in the following qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or category management, with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability and D&I principles. Master’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications are highly desirable. Solid procurement toolbox and strong methodological skills, ability to prioritize and to structure in order to cope with complex environment and scopes. In-depth understanding of sustainable procurement practices, including life cycle assessment and responsible sourcing standards. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to inspire and influence A native level of Swedish and a high professional level of English is crucial. Proficiency in Finnish is an advantage. Additional Information Our offer Good remuneration, a challenging and international work environment, and the possibility to work with some of the best in the field. You will be working in interdisciplinary teams and you can always count on support from committed colleagues. We offer attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development. More Information We welcome your application in English, no later than, 26th of June 2026. We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website and that you refrain from submitting a cover letter with your application. You apply quickly and easily by answering screening questions and attaching your CV. For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact our senior recruiter Joany van Megen via email: [email protected]. Trade union representatives in Sweden: Anders Bohlin (Unionen), Juha Siipilehto (SEKO), Christer Gustafsson (Ledarna) and Marika Westman (Akademikerna). To get in contact with the representatives, please call Vattenfall´s switchboard +46 8 739 50 00. The holiday period is approaching, and we would like to schedule the first interviews for late June. At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. We look forward to receiving your application! Workplace type (LinkedIn): Hybrid Type of Employment (Career Site): Full-time only

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of category and contracting strategies with a strong focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing. Manage supplier negotiations and collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate diversity and inclusion requirements into procurement practices.