Category Specialist

At NKT, we are engaged in innovative projects that drive the green transition. Our complex cable installations, both offshore and onshore, utilize the latest technology to ensure top quality and efficiency. We manage the entire process from production to rigorous testing, requiring meticulous planning and coordination. The complexity of our projects includes long processes and handling permits. 

We are now looking for a Category Specialist for a temporary assignment of 9 months, where you will play a key role in supporting Sourcing in contracts and supplier management. 

Managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations
As Category Specialist, you will support machinery sourcing by working closely with existing suppliers, internal stakeholders and engineering teams. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing supplier relationships
• Stakeholder management and meeting deliverables in the project
• Negotiating contracts to ensure alignment with project objectives and requirements
• Ensuring suppliers receive accurate and timely information to meet delivery expectations

You will report to Director of Procurement Investment and be based in Karlskrona.  

Structured and collaborative professional with solid ownership
We are looking for an engaged and structured individual who takes pride in delivering results through effective collaboration. You are confident in managing supplier relationships and handling negotiations to secure value and performance. 

Your CV includes:

• Experience in contract management and negotiation
• Background in machinery sourcing or technical procurement
• Swedish and English, spoken and written

Be a key innovator for supplier management
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 are dedicated to 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.
At NKT, you’ll be part of a collaborative team with respected values and a clear goal. We offer career development opportunities, international exposure, and the chance to grow your skills in a supportive environment. Join us in advancing the sustainable energy industry through innovative logistics.
 
Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here!
 
We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 30/9 2025. 

An extract from the criminal record along with alcohol- and drug tests will be part of our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Jenni Aronsson at jenni.aronsson@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
 
Union representatives
Sveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch, +46 455 56 380 
Unionen - Joakim Wikström, +46 734 070 243
Ledarna - Jessika Nilsson, 46 725145030 
 
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About NKT
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com