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Right now, we are looking for a Mechanical MRO Category Manager to join our team supporting our operations in Boden. In this role, you will work closely with procurement, maintenance, engineering, and production teams to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of mechanical spare parts and materials. This is a key role in supporting our ramp-up, where your work will directly contribute to minimizing downtime, enabling operational stability, and building a scalable procurement foundation for long-term operations. You will take ownership of developing how we manage spare parts, suppliers, and contracts in a completely new industrial setup — helping us build something from the ground up.
Job Responsibility
Develop and drive the Mechanical MRO category strategy to support ramp-up and ongoing operations
Establish and manage the supplier base and contracts, including sourcing, negotiation, and framework agreements
Ensure availability of critical spare parts to support maintenance and reduce downtime risks
Co-lead the development of spare parts structures and master data, supporting CMMS/asset management implementation
Optimize total cost of ownership while ensuring safety, quality, and supply reliability
Collaborate cross-functionally with maintenance, production, engineering, and logistics
Identify and manage supply chain risks, ensuring continuity in a dynamic environment
Develop scalable ways of working, processes, and governance within the category
Requirements
Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or similar (or equivalent experience)
5–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally within industrial or MRO environments
Experience working in growing or changing environments, preferably during ramp-up phases
Knowledge of mechanical equipment, spare parts, and maintenance practices
Understanding of total cost of ownership and supplier management
Strong communication skills in English
Nice to have
Experience working with ERP and/or CMMS systems is a plus
What we offer
Fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements