Category Manager
City: Solna
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Do you want to shape the future of procurement in the construction industry? As a Category Manager at NCC, you will take on a strategic key role where you drive the development of our major categories, create secure and cost-efficient supply chains, which gives NCC a competitive advantage.
The role and key responsibilities
In the role of Category Manager, you work closely with the business and lead category strategies according to NCC’s strategic direction. You will be a central partner in the organization and collaborate with internal teams as well as external suppliers to ensure an efficient, high-quality, and sustainable supplier base. A key part of the role is to act as a change leader across the organization. You will drive transformation, implement new ways of working, and ensure adoption of category strategies in a complex, matrix‑based environment. Success in the role requires the ability to influence, engage, and lead stakeholders without formal line management responsibility.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies that support NCC’s business and long-term goals.
- Lead the category team and ensure effective execution of strategies and activities.
- Build and develop strong supplier relationships through Supplier Relationship Management.
- Analyze market trends, conduct risk assessments, and provide insights and recommendations.
- Ensure the use of category strategies and framework agreements across the organization.
- Follow up on KPIs.
About Purchasing at NCC
NCC Purchasing is a network of professionals across the company. We handle everything from project purchasing and supplier base development to strategic sourcing and category management. Collaboration between our teams is key to delivering successful customer projects. You will join the Category Managment Team.
Your experience and background
We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with the ability to deliver strong operational results. You are analytical and communicative, with experience in navigating complex environments. With a solid background in category management, procurement, and developing competitive supply chains – supported by an academic degree in engineering, business, economics, or a related field – you lead confidently in matrix organizations and collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Your strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, risk management, finance, and contract management enables you to make informed, data‑driven decisions. You communicate fluently in English and a Nordic language. As a person, you build strong relationships, thrive in teamwork, and work in a structured and focused way. Your curiosity, adaptability, and business mindset drive you to stay engaged, learn continuously, and contribute with energy and new perspectives.
Additional information
You will be based in NCC’s office in Solna, Gothenburg or Malmö. Frequent traveling within the Nordic countries is required. However, we do apply a flexible way of working and strive to collaborate digitally as much as possible.
In accordance with NCCs safety culture we conduct background checks on final candidates.
NCC Offers
NCC strives to be an appealing employer, providing a work environment where employees can grow and experience well-being. We offer a wide range of employee benefits through our benefit portal, Benify. NCC has collective agreements for all employees, providing a solid foundation of security and clear guidelines so that you know what applies to your employment. We also offer excellent opportunities for continued development and a broad range of further education options, allowing for a long career within the company.
Contact and information
For more information, please contact recruiting manager Urban Modh, Manager of Category Managers, +46706020638 or Karin Österman de Wall, Recruitment Consultant, +46790787210
Register your application and CV below. Applications are reviewed continuously, so apply as soon as possible, and no later than April 12, 2026.
Are you ready to make a significant impact and grow with us? Submit your application today and become an essential part of our innovative category management team at NCC!
Build with us - together with the best colleagues in the industry!
At NCC, we are driven to continue developing, whether it's our construction projects or our personal expertise. Every day, we drive the industry's most exciting and complex construction projects forward in close cooperation between our employees, partners and customers. With us, you are a significant employee who contributes to the landmarks that define our cities and communities. Here, our employees take an active role in a corporate culture based on stable values and behaviors for a safe and secure workplace. Our collective expertise and diverse backgrounds make a difference.
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