Sourcing Manager

Sourcing Manager

Would you like to work in an international environment where you'll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we're looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world's most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

Key Tasks

Company Policy and Guidance:
Responsible for developing and
maintaining global policies and guidelines for indirect sourcing to ensure
consistent, compliant, and ethical procurement practices. This includes setting
standards and approval processes aligned with corporate governance and
regulatory requirements. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to
integrate risk management and sustainability into sourcing. Also set standards,
training and communication efforts to ensure adherence and promote transparency
across the company and all stakeholders.

Category Management:
Develop and execute the global
indirect sourcing strategy across key categories including IT, Marketing,
Professional Services, Facilities, HR, and Travel. This involves leading
comprehensive strategic sourcing initiatives aimed at delivering cost savings,
enhancing supplier value, and mitigating supply and contractual risks. The role
requires aligning category strategies with overall business objectives and
growth plans, while continuously monitoring market trends, supplier
performance, and emerging opportunities to ensure sourcing strategies remain
competitive, innovative, and supportive of long-term value creation.

Supplier & Contract Management:
Responsible for negotiating and
managing strategic supplier relationships, contracts, and service level
agreements to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services.
This includes maintaining compliance with internal policies, procurement standards,
and regulatory requirements. The role also focuses on promoting supplier
innovation, encouraging diversity within the supply base, and driving
continuous improvement in supplier performance and collaboration.

Logistics Sourcing &
Transportation Optimization:
Lead the development and execution of
sourcing strategies for global logistics and transportation, covering both
inbound and outbound flows. This includes optimizing freight movement across
all modes-air, ocean, road, and rail-to ensure operations are cost-effective,
efficient, and resilient to disruptions. The role requires close collaboration
with cross-functional teams to design and implement transportation network
strategies that improve service levels, reduce total landed cost, and enhance
supply chain visibility. Additionally, the Director is responsible for driving
supply chain agility through innovative sourcing approaches and digital tools,
while embedding environmentally sustainable practices to support broader
corporate sustainability objectives.

Sustainability & Compliance:
Accountable
for embedding sustainability principles across logistics, transportation, and
facility management strategies to support the company's broader climate and ESG
commitments. This includes driving initiatives to reduce carbon emissions
through fuel-efficient transportation modes, optimizing routing and load
utilization, and partnering with carriers that prioritize environmental
performance. In facility management, the role focuses on implementing
energy-efficient practices, sustainable building operations, and responsible
sourcing for services and materials, all aligned with climate resilience goals.
Collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders is key to advancing
environmental stewardship and achieving measurable progress on sustainability
targets.

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You'll make a difference. Every day

Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people's lives.

2. You'll make your mark as part of our future

We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.

3. You'll feel welcome from day one

We're known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

4. You can have a lifestyle you love

you're always close to nature, yet never far from civilisation. We want everyone who works for us to have a lifestyle they love - at work and beyond.

Who you are
You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious.
You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see
the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of
others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten
track to chase your dreams. You don't follow the herd - you find new ways of
working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a
revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we're looking for.

Your Background

• Education: Bachelor's + MBA or
  Master's in SCM (or equivalent/relevant)
  
• Sourcing Certification: APICS
  CSCP, CPIM, SCPro, or CPSM
  
• Quality / QMS: Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001
  
• Sustainability: CSSCP, ESG-related certifications

Information
Please apply via our career page. We will
conduct selection continuously so send us your application today!

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Zach Blaisdell, Talent Acquisition, at Zachary.Blaisdell@permobil.com.

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At Permobil, diversity fuels our innovation in creating life-changing mobility solutions. We embrace the unique talents and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds to drive our mission forward. Join Permobil and be part of a team where diversity is not just valued, but essential to our success in delivering personalized mobility solutions.

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More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Udden believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company's storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.