Alfa Laval in Lund is looking for an Operational Buyer
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the job
In our assembly factory in Lund, we produce and deliver heat exchangers around the world. As a member of our purchasing team, you will be part of our supply chain and ensure that we deliver products according to our customers' expectations and requirements. Our products are sold through all our divisions, Energy, Food & Water and Marine. You will play an important role in ensuring competitiveness and time to market our products.
As an operational buyer your key responsibilities will be:
Initiating purchase orders (POs) in the system, according to the purchase requisitions and in alignment with standard procedures, confirm delivery with suppliers, monitor, and track goods to verify appropriate delivery and proper invoicing
Communicate with customer service (internal team members) to ensure the purchasing process is efficient and accurate
Work alongside the order handling team to ensure the requirements are aligned with the customer desired delivery date
Handle deviations within placed purchase orders related to on time delivery and follow up on delayed orders
Responsible for basic data in ERP on items and supplier information
Communicate forecasts to the suppliers, ensuring there is a capacity in the supply chain to meet demand
Coordinate and manage claim management process for Source
Log and follow up on claims, both internal and external and work closely with suppliers to develop Improvement projects and/or activities
Create claim and quality reports
Improve processes within your area of responsibility, applying Lean 6Sigma methodology and continuous improvement tools
Who you are:
We are looking for you who are energetic, driven and likes to make things happen. You are a true networker and have strong consumer focus. We believe you have a positive attitude and are a team player. You are pragmatic and can easily adapt to changes
What you know:
You have a bachelors or master’s degree within Supply Chain Management or equal. Preferably you have up to 5 years of experience in similar role and are fluent in English both written and spoken. Good knowledge in Swedish is preferred. You need to have a solid Microsoft Dynamics or other ERP experience experience
Excellent analytical, numerical and communication skills
What is in for you
We offer you a challenging position in an international company. We have a friendly atmosphere, and we work according to Lean administration. We help each other develop both ourselves and our processes to create value for our customers.
Our commitment to integrity
We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Playing the games is mandatory.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.
For More Information, please contact:
YongKyun Im, Purchasing and Planning Manager, [email protected]
Tanja Sukaj, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]
For union information, please contact:
Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna, +46 46 2891664
Stefan Sandell, Ledarna, +46 46 367364
Monica Anderberg, Unionen, +46 709623811
We are looking forward to hearing from you soon so send your application without delay, and no later than 15th of August 2025 Please note, due to GDPR applications sent directly via email will be disregarded without notice.
