Direct Sourcing Lead

About the position

Do you want to take a key role in shaping and optimizing global supplier strategies in a high-tech and regulated environment? As a Direct Sourcing Lead, you will step into a strategic assignment at one of QRIOS Life Sciences partners in Uppsala – where your expertise will become a driving force in securing quality, cost-effectiveness, and long-term supply.

This is your initial assignment as a consultant at QRIOS, with great opportunities to further develop through new assignments within our network. We operate broadly within Mälardalen (from Södertälje to Uppsala), Göteborg, and Skåne – and always start from where you want to work. Our assignments are geographically concentrated, which creates sustainable and long-term conditions.

Your main tasks

In the role of Direct Sourcing Lead, you have overall responsibility for sourcing strategies and supplier relationships within assigned categories.

• Lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to create competitive advantages • Responsible for the entire procurement cycle: RFQ, negotiation, contract, and purchasing • Drive cost reduction, KPI tracking, and delivery precision • Ensure supplier performance and continuous improvement • Conduct cost and process analyses for optimal total cost of ownership • Work structured with risk and spend analysis • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to qualify and develop suppliers • Build strategic partnerships and drive supplier integration in NPI/NPD processes • Handle deviations related to quality, delivery, and payment flows • Follow global market trends and regulatory requirements • Ensure implementation of supplier agreements and report to senior decision-makers

Who are you?

We are looking for you who combines strategic thinking with operational decisiveness – and who thrives in a role where you get to influence, develop, and drive change.

Requirement profile – how you match the role:

• Academic degree in, for example, chemistry, technology, or engineering field or equivalent experience (at least 8–9 years in strategic sourcing/procurement) • Solid experience in direct procurement, sourcing strategies, and working in a regulated environment (GMP) • Experience from Life Science, biotech, or the pharmaceutical industry is highly meritous • Documented ability to drive global procurements and supplier negotiations • Strong analytical ability and business understanding • Experience in implementing and working with compliant supply chains • Accustomed to working in ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle) and analytical tools • Very good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint • Fluent English in speech and writing

Meritorious: • Master's degree or certifications in procurement/supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, PMP) • Experience of Lean/Greenbelt • Swedish in speech and writing

As a person: • Self-driven and solution-oriented with strong personal drive • A skilled negotiator with the ability to build long-term relationships • Communicative and confident in collaborating cross-functionally and globally

At QRIOS, you will not only use your competence – you will accelerate it. The role is suitable for you who want to broaden your experience through varied assignments and simultaneously build a strong position within the Life Science industry.

About the business

You will be placed at a leading international player within the Life Science industry, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and global delivery capability. The organization is characterized by high technical competence and a dynamic environment where collaboration and development are central.

About QRIOS Life Science

QRIOS is your reliable partner within the Life Science sector. We are experts in recruitment and consulting solutions for specialist and management roles within pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering, and food technology. Our strength lies in the fact that our employees themselves have extensive experience from the industry, which gives us a unique understanding of our customers' needs and challenges. As a consultant at QRIOS, you get the opportunity to try different assignments, develop quickly, and build a broad network within Life Science. Together, we drive innovation and contribute to a better future.

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