Research shows that women and other under-represented groups within our industry hesitate to apply unless they tick most boxes of a role description. At H2 Green Steel, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core. We need a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team to rally behind our purpose of de-carbonizing hard-to-abate industries, starting with steel.

So, if you are equally passionate about our purpose yet concerned that your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the qualifications stated in the job advert, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate, either for this role – or for another upcoming role in our rapidly growing business.

About us:

H2 Green Steel is on a mission to disrupt the global steel industry by producing green steel, with the end goal of bringing down CO₂ emissions to zero. By using green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity instead of coal; water and heat will be our primary emissions. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitalized, and sustainable plant in Boden, located in northern Sweden - currently in construction phase. But this is just the beginning – our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize other industries in addition to steel, and we look forward to what’s next in store for us.

We are looking for talented, innovative, and purpose-driven people to join our rapidly growing and diverse team. Our employees get to learn everyday, implement the latest technology and test and put their ideas into practice. Together, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core – for our people, customers, investors, society, and planet.

Category Buyer Professional Services

We have a strong vision for how we want to interact with markets, partners, suppliers and society and we seek to build a best-in-class procurement capability. We are looking to strengthen our procurement team with a Category Buyer that can take our sourcing of professional services and contractors to the next level.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Category Buyer to join our organization and oversee the procurement and management of consultancy services. 

As a Category Buyer, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and selecting professional service providers that align with our company's objectives and requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their consultancy needs, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality consultancy services. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, along with a deep understanding of the consultancy industry.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage selected end-to-end contracting work streams following H2GS procurement framework.

• Assess business value, risk and performance with help of data-backed and insight-driven evaluations.

• Conduct market research and supplier assessments to identify potential consultancy service providers who can meet the organization's needs.

• Establish strong supplier relationships, cherish and effectively manage the category supplier base.

• Support in development of the strategic plan, way of working and governance of the category vertical.

• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the consultancy services domain.

• Collaborate with legal, finance, and compliance teams to ensure contracts comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Qualifications:

• A can-do attitude and curiosity for finding the best ways to combine our skills and competences with those in the services market.

• A degree in Economics/Engineering, MSc or MBA/Relevant University Degree. A master's degree is a plus.

• At least 5 years of tactical or strategic procurement experience.

• Proven work experience as a Category Buyer or in a similar procurement role, within the consultancy services segment.

• Strong contract negotiation skills.

• Interest in developing your leadership skills and the ability to influence others.

• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills.

• Exemplary self-leadership, multitasking and organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

We are more intrigued if you have…

• Experience from working with procurement in the construction industry or disciplines relevant to large construction projects.

• Experience in working in manufacturing or steel industry or other industrial environments.

• Solid digital experience for category development and relevant data collation and analytics.

What we can offer you

If you are passionate about making actual change and having a positive impact on society and our planet, H2 Green Steel offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fun and professional team with high ambitions.

You will get the opportunity to shape your future career together with a company focusing on creating a culture where everyone can thrive and feel a sense of belonging. In the end, we know that H2 Green Steel’s growth and success is dependent on our people and we can’t wait to shape the future of steelmaking and other industries together as a team.