Sourcing Category Lead

About the role

Zaptec is developing technology that makes electric mobility easier and more accessible. We are now looking for a Sourcing Category Lead to take ownership of key sourcing categories and help strengthen our supplier base as we continue to grow.

In this role, you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working closely with suppliers and internal teams across engineering, production and supply chain. From developing category strategies and negotiating agreements to supporting new product introductions, you'll play an important part in ensuring we have the right suppliers, components and commercial conditions in place.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and drive sourcing strategies for your assigned categories, balancing cost, quality, availability, sustainability and risk.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships, including supplier selection, evaluation and consolidation where relevant.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate competitive pricing and commercial agreements.
• Identify and drive cost improvements, with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership and long-term value.
• Monitor market trends, supplier capacity, technology developments and cost drivers to identify opportunities and potential risks.
• Follow up supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost and service, driving improvements where needed.
• Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply for critical components.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and other stakeholders to support new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Contribute to improving sourcing processes and ways of working across Zaptec.

About you

We believe you'll thrive in this role if you enjoy combining commercial thinking with technical curiosity and building strong relationships along the way. You're comfortable taking ownership, making decisions and driving initiatives forward, while knowing that the best results often come from working closely with others. You enjoy understanding the bigger picture but aren't afraid to get into the details when needed.

Personal skills we value

• You're proactive and take initiative, always looking for opportunities to improve.
• You're analytical and commercially minded, with a structured approach to solving problems.
• You're confident in your decisions and know how to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively.
• You enjoy collaborating across teams and balancing different priorities.
• You're adaptable and comfortable working in an environment where things move quickly.

Skills required

• Solid experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or category management, with the ability to independently manage suppliers, negotiations and sourcing initiatives.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships and negotiating agreements.
• A good understanding of cost drivers, supplier performance, supply chain risks and Total Cost of Ownership.
• B.Sc or similar in Supply Chain, Finance, Administration, Business, Engineering or a related field. Relevant practical experience can compensate for this.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Perks & benefits

• We trust you do your job, flex your own day
• We'll provide the hardware you need
• Career growth & competence development
• Pick your favourite Zaptec gear - it’s on us
• We got your back in regards to insurance and pensions
• Take part in our yearly bonus scheme
• Don't forget social events