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Norway, Kristinehamn · Job Posted June 14, 2026
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Buyer position in Kristinehamn, Norway (role based in Kristinehamn, Sweden according to text) at Aker Solutions, part of Power Solutions Supply Chain organization. Permanent position with hybrid work (up to two days remote per week).

Job Responsibility

  • Execute procurement activities in line with company policies, procedures, and project requirements
  • Hold accountability for cost, schedule, and quality within assigned procurement scope
  • Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract administration
  • Lead commercial negotiations and collaborate with Legal on more complex contractual matters
  • Monitor and report on contracts (cost, schedule, risks, changes), and drive change management where needed
  • Maintain accurate ERP data (e.g. SAP), as well as contract documentation and correspondence
  • Build and manage supplier relationships and represent procurement towards external partners
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and lead supplier and internal status meetings
  • Establish and manage framework agreements where relevant
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality, lead time, and delivery performance
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and procurement reporting across projects

Requirements

  • Relevant higher education within business, engineering, or a related field
  • relevant work experience may compensate for formal education
  • At least two years of experience from procurement, supply chain, or similar roles
  • Basic project management skills, with the ability to manage defined tasks, priorities, and stakeholders
  • Solid commercial understanding combined with technical awareness of customer and project requirements
  • Working knowledge of company systems and procurement processes
  • Fluency in Swedish or another Scandinavian language, along with strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken
  • Ability to work independently within defined scopes, with a proactive, flexible, and solution-oriented approach
  • Team-player mindset with strong collaboration skills, high accountability, and a solid work ethic

What we offer

  • Solid pension and insurance coverage
  • Well-being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent
  • Remote work flexibility: Work from home up to two days per week
  • Professional development and strong career opportunities, including continuous skills development through internal and external learning
  • Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers
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