Strategic Sourcing Manager Inbound Logistics

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions.

Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.

Role Summary

As Sourcing Manager within Inbound Logistics you will be commercially responsible for the European flows from our suppliers into our production units together with three other colleagues. You are responsible to establish and coordinate the sourcing strategies for Scania in close cooperation with other brands within the TRATON Group Purchasing. Since Scania is growing our global footprint, the logistic network will increase in complexity generating an arena for you to be creative in.

Job Responsibilities

Your areas of responsibility include:

• Create the segment and tender strategy and negotiate terms and conditions to fulfil the strategy
• Balance decisions to optimise on Technology, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Sustainability
• Maintain and develop Scania’s supplier base
• Identify potential synergies together with other TRATON brands and execute common sourcing
• Actively contribute to the overall performance and further development of the team.
• Work closely with the logistics organisation and other cross-functional stakeholders at Scania.
• Key contact for internal and external activities in regards to several key suppliers, taking care of day to day business like tenders, contract management and supplier development.

Who You Are

You are passionate about doing business, has a strong commitment and works well in a collaborative environment with high degree of diversity. You are professional, creative, have a strategic mindset, see the bigger picture and strive to find win-win solutions for challenges that you run into.

You have a several years (2+ years) of professional experience of procurement. Having worked with logistics procurement, logistics or within the automotive industry is seen as an advantage. An academic degree and fluency in English are essential for this role.

We also appreciate if you:

• Have a true commercial drive
• Feel comfortable presenting business cases in top management meetings
• Possess the ability to assess agreements of various kinds and complexities
• Enjoys to think strategically and follow through until the result
• Thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Works well independently and collaboratively in teams

This Is Us

We are the team commercially responsible for all flows going in and out from Scania’s industrial and aftersales operations. Regardless of modality we take pride in delivering competitive and strategically comprehensive solutions, with high focus on Technology, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Sustainability. The position offers a global environment and your network will include a variety of people from different functions within Scania and VW and TRATON.

In our team, we have individuals with diverse backgrounds, ages, and education. We value open communication, questioning current ways, and embracing new ideas. Most importantly, we foster an open-minded and enjoyable work environment.

Scania Offers

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses.

Application

Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-04-30. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the recruiting manager: Karolina Jonasson - Head of Inbound, Overseas & CEP Procurement, Karolina.jonasson@scania.com

We are look forward to your application!