Senior Buyer MRO

Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.

AAK Sweden
This position is based in Karlshamn Sweden

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About the role
Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for optimizing value, driving efficiency and cost savings? We are looking for a Senior Buyer MRO & Capex to join our team in Karlshamn! In this role, you will lead sourcing projects, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization while ensuring compliance with procurement best practices in Europe.

Responsibilities
As Senior Buyer your main tasks and responsibilities will be:
- Purchasing goods, materials, and services in line with cost, quality, and delivery targets.
- Lead sourcing projects within MRO and Capex
- Monitor market trends and supplier strategies to identify cost-saving and risk-reduction opportunities.
- Negotiate contracts, improve pricing and business terms, and ensure contract compliance.
- Manage strategic supplier relationships, holding regular contract review meetings.
- Ensure procurement system accuracy, including supplier approvals, contract management, and ERP systems.
- Provide consultative support to internal stakeholders, including senior management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and business value.

About you
To be successful in the role you need:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role with experience in MRO is preferred.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
- Experience in contract management, supplier evaluation, and negotiation.
- Effective communication and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in Excel and analytical tools to interpret data and support decision-making.
- Fluency in English.

In return AAK offers
- Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats, driving innovation and sustainability.
- In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
- AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
- You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contact and information
Please apply through our career portal. For further information about the position, please contact Luuck van Kooten, Recruitment Manager Europe via Luuck.van.kooten@aak.com

About AAK
Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate and confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

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Location:
Karlshamn