Senior Procurement Specialist – 11282B

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in securing the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.
Assignment Description:
We are looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist – Technology Procurement to join our dynamic team.
What you’ll work on:
Manage various technology categories, including Engineering SaaS, Security & Risk Management, and Hardware/Consumables.
Assist with supplier performance and scorecarding.
Conduct spend analysis, cost modeling, market analysis, and gather stakeholder requirements.
Identify and engage relevant sources of supply.
Execute category strategies, including negotiations, RFQs, RFIs, and process design/establishment.
Manage and maintain relationships with preferred suppliers, including evaluation and tiering.
Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day supplier questions and issue resolution.
Monitor supplier performance and tie it to employee productivity metrics.
Compile data for scorecards and run reports, create dashboards, and benchmarks to drive decision-making.

What you bring:
3-7 years of experience in technology procurement.
Proven track record of building long-term partner relationships.
Experience managing RFx processes.
Sourcing and procurement experience for indirect consumable equipment.
Strong organizational and data-driven approach.
Self-driven with proactive mindset and ability to identify needs.
Delivery-focused with a global perspective.
Experience working in medium or large companies.
Strong communication skills with internal stakeholders and business partners.
Ability to express complex ideas clearly.
Familiarity with basic accounting principles.
Team-oriented mindset, valuing collective achievements.
Service-minded with a positive attitude and motivation to help others.
Detail-oriented, with a focus on diligence and accuracy.
Ability to bring structure to ambiguous situations.
Accountability for both personal and team results.