Procurement Business Partner / Category Manager – ABB Robotics

About ABB

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About the Role

Are you ready to help shape the future of a company undergoing one of the most transformative journeys in the robotics industry? At ABB Robotics, we are entering an exciting new chapter—building a more agile, customer-focused, and innovative organization as we transition into a standalone company. With robotics at the core of global automation, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing, this is a unique opportunity to join a business where your impact will be visible, valued, and future-defining.

We're now looking for a Procurement Business Partner / Category Manager to take ownership of selected indirect material and services categories in our business. You'll be part of a small, dynamic team with primary focus on Sweden and close collaboration with our global organization. The role covers the full sourcing lifecycle — from strategy and supplier selection to negotiations, contracting, and continuous improvements.

Reports to: Region Manager, Indirect Material & Service Procurement, ABB Robotics

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver value and cost efficiency
• Manage and develop a broad supplier base with focus on quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability
• Lead negotiations and secure competitive agreements
• Drive process improvements and digitalization to ensure transparency and ease of buying
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into sourcing solutions

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or economics and 3–5 years of experience from procurement
• Experience in indirect procurement, ideally within real estate, facility management, or production-related services, is a strong advantage
• Strong skills in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contracting
• Analytical, structured, and target-driven with strong problem-solving skills
• Curious, quick to learn, and skilled at building strong relationships
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English

What's in it for You?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.

Why ABB

We Care

At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We Grow

We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

Contact Information

Recruiting Manager: Annika Stigeberg, +4670 303 1892

Union Representatives:

• Sveriges Ingenjörer: Pia Sandström, +4672 525 90 30
• Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +4670 632 85 47
• Unionen: Roger L. Gustavsson, +4673 030 30 36

Talent Partner: Johannes Westermark Hester

How to Apply

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Last day to apply: 23 February

Important: To be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

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