Sustainable Buyer at Swedish Tourist Association

Do you want to be part of shaping the future of sustainable tourism experiences?

Swedish Tourist Association (STF) is seeking a buyer for an exciting new role where you will have the opportunity to establish our purchasing function.

Position Overview:

As a buyer with us, you play a central role in ensuring that our services and products are sourced in a sustainable manner. You will be responsible for developing and implementing efficient procurement procedures and ensuring that our suppliers comply with our high sustainability standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• Establish the STF purchasing function.
• Develop and implement sustainable procurement strategies and procedures, ensuring compliance.
• Negotiate and build strong relationships with both new and existing suppliers, focusing on sustainability and quality.
• Establish and maintain a supplier database and conduct supplier assessments based on sustainability and performance.
• Act as an advisor to all departments within the organization to ensure all purchases align with STF's sustainability goals.
• Develop and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sustainability and procurement performance.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining frameworks for both central and local procurement processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least five years of experience as a buyer, preferably with a focus on sustainability.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing procurement procedures.
• Good knowledge of sustainable supply chains and environmentally friendly materials.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier management.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant education in procurement, logistics, economics, or similar field.

Personal Qualities:

• Driven and independent with the ability to plan, structure, and prioritize work efficiently.
• Stable, solution-oriented, energetic, and loyal.
• Good at collaborating and sharing knowledge and experiences.

We Offer:

• An exciting work environment where STF is both a non-profit association and a wholly-owned company.
• Opportunity to influence and drive sustainable initiatives.
• Nice office in Södermalm, Stockholm.
• Opportunity for remote work two days a week.
• The position is full-time and involves some travel. Initial probationary period of 6 months.

Union Contact Person for Unionen: Maja Hök ([email protected])

Apply by 16 December 2024. We look forward to receiving your application!

About Us:

Swedish Tourist Association's vision is to create the best conditions for more people to discover Sweden in a sustainable way. Our values of caring, curious, authentic, professional, and engaged permeate our entire organization and way of working.

Learn more about us at www.svenskaturistforeningen.se.