Zaptec is looking for a Sourcing Category Lead!

About the job

Zaptec Charge AS is looking for a Sourcing Category Lead to take ownership of key sourcing categories and help strengthen their supplier base as they continue to grow. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working closely with suppliers and internal teams across engineering, production, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive sourcing strategies for 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree 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.

Personal qualities

• Proactive and take initiative, always looking for opportunities to improve.
• Analytical and commercially minded, with a structured approach to solving problems.
• Confident in your decisions and know how to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively.
• Enjoy collaborating across teams and balancing different priorities.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in an environment where things move quickly.

We offer

• Flexibility in your workday.
• Hardware provided for your work.
• Career growth and competence development opportunities.
• Access to your favorite Zaptec gear at no cost.
• Comprehensive insurance and pension coverage.
• Participation in our yearly bonus scheme.
• Social events and team-building opportunities.

How to apply

Apply as soon as possible. For more information, visit Zaptec's website.

Contact

For more information, visit Zaptec's website.