Category Specialist NEW

Job description

Manage construction sourcing and supplier performance across Europe

Are you interested in working with construction procurement in a global company contributing to the green transition? As Category Specialist – Construction Procurement, you will manage key construction categories across NKT’s European sites, supporting projects with sourcing, supplier management, and contract processes. Do you want to be part of projects that shape future infrastructure?

Plan and execute procurement strategies for construction projects

In this role, you will manage construction-related categories such as civil works, materials, contractors, and subcontracting. You will build and develop your local supporting sourcing network, work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align procurement strategies with timelines, budgets and requirements, ensuring quality and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Your responsibility will be to: 

• Develop and implement category strategies for construction spend
• Conduct sourcing processes including RFI, RFP, and RFQ
• Evaluate supplier bids and negotiate contracts and commercial terms
• Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with agreements
• Support contract administration and mitigate supply chain risks

You will be part of a procurement team collaborating with multiple project stakeholders across Europe. The position is based in Sweden at one of NKT’s locations in Malmö or Karlskrona, with some travel required.

Collaborative and structured professional with commercial mindset

You are someone who works well with others and builds trust across teams and suppliers. You approach tasks with structure and attention to detail, while remaining responsive to changing project needs. You communicate clearly and contribute to constructive collaboration.

You also have: 

• 3 + years of experience in procurement or category management within construction or infrastructure projects
• Experience in sourcing processes and contract negotiations
•  Familiar with Swedish standard construction contracts and frameworks
• Experience with SAP, Ariba or equivalent tools

Contribute to sustainable construction and procurement practices

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.