Category Buyer - Commercial & Industrial
Join Polestar as Category Buyer in Commercial and Industrial. Drive sourcing, negotiate value and partner with brand, marketing and logistics to support growth. Gothenburg, hybrid.
The opportunity
We’re currently looking for a Category Buyer – Commercial and Industrial to join our R&D and Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving sourcing activities within commercial and industrial areas, supporting both short‑ and long‑term strategies. You will work closely with stakeholders across brand, marketing, logistics and sales to ensure procurement delivers measurable business value and supports Polestar’s growth.
You will be part of a collaborative procurement organisation where business focus, sustainability and value creation go hand in hand. The role offers a broad interface and the opportunity to work with both established suppliers and new partners, contributing to Polestar’s ambition to be a strong and trusted business partner.
This position is located in Gothenburg, Sweden. We believe in a hybrid model when it comes to remote and onsite work, knowing that both in‑person collaboration and individual time to focus are needed. Some travel may occur depending on project and stakeholder needs.
The responsibilities
In this role, you’ll be expected to support and execute category strategies while managing sourcing activities and supplier relationships. Working as a member of the procurement team, you’ll contribute to commercial performance and operational efficiency.
Negotiate agreements that deliver cost savings, efficiency gains and improved supplier performance against business objectives
Manage sourcing activities and contract renewals within commercial and industrial categories
Engage and influence stakeholders across commercial, brand, marketing and logistics areas to align sourcing decisions with business needs
Identify and mitigate supply risks while monitoring market developments and benchmarks
Collaborate with group procurement teams to leverage synergies and shared strategies
The ideal candidate
To succeed in this role, and at Polestar in general, you combine a structured way of working with a clear business mindset. You are comfortable handling multiple stakeholders, confident in negotiations, and motivated by creating value through collaboration. You work analytically, stay curious about markets and suppliers, and take ownership of your categories from analysis to execution.
In addition, you’ll need the following qualifications:
Experience as a buyer within procurement or category management, enabling you to independently manage sourcing activities and negotiations
Experience from marketing, logistics or commercial procurement, which is key to understanding stakeholder needs and category dynamics
A university degree in Business Administration, Economics or a technical discipline, providing a solid foundation for analytical and commercial work
Strong analytical skills and experience with spend analysis, cost drivers and market benchmarking, used to identify opportunities and manage risk
Fluency in English, as it is the language of written and spoken communication at Polestar
Polestar is an international company, with various backgrounds represented. English, therefore, is the language of written and spoken communication. And though we have a global presence, we maintain a growth mindset. Change happens often at Polestar, but so does progress. Expect an accelerating, exciting environment.
The process
If the above matches your ambitions, be sure to apply. Our selection process is ongoing, and the job advert will remain open until it’s filled.
The Polestar journey is an electric one.
- Locations
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Gothenburg, Sweden
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