We are looking for an ambitious Strategic Sourcing Manager. Are you the new star in the Hystar constellation?
Veritasveien 5, 1363 Høvik
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Job Description
At Hystar, sourcing is more than purchasing. It is a strategic capability that will play a critical role in supporting our competitiveness as we scale our technology and manufacturing operations.
We are looking for a manager to lead our sourcing function and further develop our sourcing capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to combine leadership, strategy, and execution in a company at the forefront of green hydrogen technology.
You will lead a sourcing team of two Sourcing Specialists while working closely with Technology, Product, Production, Quality and Finance to develop sourcing strategies that reduce cost, strengthen supply security and build long-term supplier partnerships. As a key contributor to Hystar's broader strategic sourcing efforts, you will help identify opportunities for value creation and translate them into tangible results through strong supplier relationships, commercial excellence, and effective execution.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and develop Hystar's sourcing team and sourcing processes.
- Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and strategies across key spend areas to improve cost, quality, supply security, and scalability.
- Lead the process of supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management.
- Build strong strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
- Drive cross-functional sourcing projects together with Technology, Product, Production and Quality.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive supplier and sourcing strategies.
- Ensure efficient execution of day-to-day sourcing and purchasing activities.
Requirements
- You hold a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- You have proven experience in sourcing, supply chain management, or management consulting.
- You possess demonstrated experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
- You have a strong technical understanding and experience from manufacturing, industrial technology, energy, or similar industries.
- You have knowledge and experience working with ERP systems like Business Central and other supply chain tools.
- You are able to travel to both Europe and China as required by the role.
Skills
Experience
mid-level