Join our purchasing team and help strengthen our global supply chain

About the job

Zenitel Norway is looking for a structured, proactive, and commercially minded Purchaser to join their procurement team. The workplace is in Oslo or Horten.

As a Purchaser at Zenitel, you will play an important role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of components, materials, and products that support daily operations and long-term business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Order placement and follow up
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFQs, purchase orders, inventory management, and contract negotiations
• Keep data on own products and suppliers in the ERP system updated
• Assist in vendor selection and negotiation processes
• Support sales organization/product management in sourcing activities for new products
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to forecast demand
• Ensure timely delivery of components to support production schedules and project timelines
• Analyze purchasing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate closely with the procurement team and other departments with focus on operations and continuous improvements

Desired qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent within supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field
• Documented work experience within supply chain can compensate for formal education
• Good commercial understanding and strong analytical skills
• Good communication skills in English and preferably also in Norwegian
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an advantage, but not a requirement

About you

We are looking for someone who is structured, proactive, with a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You have a commercial mindset, take initiative, and follow through on your tasks. You have strong communication skills, enjoy collaborating with colleagues and suppliers, approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and are motivated to learn and continuously improve.

We offer

• An international working environment, with global suppliers and stakeholders
• A varied role with responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact on our procurement operations
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within purchasing and supply chain management
• Close collaboration across departments and with international suppliers and partners
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with skilled and dedicated colleagues

Applications will be reviewed throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Contact person for the position: Torfinn Kalve Jacobsen, Global Procurement and Supply Chain Manager