Global Supplier Base Manager – Procurement and Logistics (96855139) Västerås, Sweden
Do you want to play a key role in building a smarter, more sustainable global supply base for ABB?
We are now looking for a Global Supplier Base Manager to lead strategic Procurement & Logistics initiatives within ABB PA Process Control Platforms. In this role, you will shape the long-term direction of our supplier ecosystem — from qualification and optimization to supplier development, new tool deployment, continuous improvement and material compliance.
You will work in a truly global environment and collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Legal, Sales and our supplier partners worldwide. Your work will directly contribute to secure, efficient and future-ready supply chains that enable ABB to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers.
Join us and drive meaningful impact across our global operations.
Your role and responsibilities
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Analyse and take actions, that we have an optimized and qualified supply base.
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Track qualification coverage.
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Supervise and optimize the local PCP SAP systems in regards that they only contain qualified suppliers.
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Identifying and driving continuous process improvement within Procurement & Logistics and with suppliers.
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Work closely with the P&L category managers and sourcing specialist in selecting new suppliers.
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Work closely to develop and implementing the sustainability strategy with the sustainability managers.
Qualifications for the role
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5+ years of experience Supply Chain Management.
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Experience in project management.
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Above average skills in data analysis.
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Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, Swedish and English.
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Technical Proficiency – knowledge of ABB’s business.
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A curious, critical thinker, with meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and efficient ways.
More about ABB
We develop today's and tomorrow's world-leading DCS (Distributed Control System) for process industries all over the world. Our customers include the pharmaceutical industry, mines, refineries, steel mills and power plants.
Recruiting Manager Lennart Bergquist, +46 730 305 004 will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Katarina Myrehed, +4672-522 01 08; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +46 724 64 40 16; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 706 44 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Irma Leijon, +46 724 612 314.