Category Purchaser - Electromechanics parts (cable & connector)
At Atlas Copco Industrial Technique, our Global Sourcing organization plays a key role in enabling sustainable and competitive solutions for customers worldwide. We are now looking for a Category Purchaser – Electromechanics Parts with a focus on cabling and connector solutions who wants to work in a global, cross-functional environment, close to both technology and business. In this role, you will contribute to developing strong, long-term supplier partnerships within cablage that support our operations, performance ambitions and sustainability objectives.
Your role
As Category Purchaser, you will be part of a global, category-managed sourcing team with responsibility for supplier selection, development and performance management within cabling, connector and related electromechanical sub-assemblies. You will work closely with colleagues across purchasing, R&D, quality, logistics and operations, contributing to strong results across Quality, Delivery, Cost, Sustainability and Technology (QDCST).
You will also lead and participate in cross-functional Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) initiatives on a global level, ensuring cost efficiency throughout the product lifecycle. The role is central to securing supplier performance, mitigating supply risks and supporting long-term category strategies.
You will report to the Department Manager within Global Sourcing.
Key responsibilities include:
- Contributing to supplier selection processes in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Analyzing spend data, preparing and conducting negotiations, and maintaining sourcing parameters
- Driving cost-reduction initiatives together with R&D, with a lifecycle and cost-engineering focus
- Leading cross-functional TCO projects in line with agreed sourcing strategies
- Contributing to and supporting category strategy execution
- Managing supplier contracts and agreements
- Developing supplier relationships to continuously improve performance in Quality, Delivery, Cost, Sustainability and Technology
- Ensuring correct purchasing and sourcing data in systems
- Proactively identifying and limiting supply risks
- Supporting change management for supplied parts
To succeed, you will need
We are looking for someone who combines commercial understanding with technical interest and a collaborative mindset.
- Experience from strategic purchasing or sourcing, preferably within a technology-driven or manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of category management principles
- Solid commercial and financial understanding related to supplier relationships and negotiations
- Experience in project management, quality processes, LEAN or logistics is considered an advantage
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and experience with SAP is a plus
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken
- A university degree in a technical field (e.g. mechanical engineering) or equivalent experience
You are a clear communicator who builds trust and long-term relationships. You take ownership, act proactively and focus on delivering value, both individually and as part of a global team.
In return, we offer
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
Job location
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, majority of your days are spent at the office in Nacka (Stockholm) Sweden with the flexibility to work elswhere.
Contact information
Talent Acquisition Team:Hanna Andersson
Email:hanna.andersson@atlascopco.com
Our selection process includes interviews, skills assessments and for the final candidate reference check and background control.
