Platform Sourcing Leader

Platform Sourcing Leader

Would you like to work in an international environment where you'll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we're looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world's most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data. The Platform Sourcing Leader (PSL) is responsible for driving all
sourcing activities within assigned platforms/modules (e.g., Chassis, PAD,
Seats) as part of cross-functional product development squads. PSLs ensure
that sourcing targets related to cost, quality, delivery, risk, and
sustainability are fully met.

The PSL is accountable for
end-to-end sourcing execution and holds commercial responsibility for sourced
components and suppliers until formal handover to Commodity Managers, following
a defined post-launch transition period.

Key Tasks
1. Lead Sourcing Activities in Product Development Projects
* Fully accountable for all sourcing deliverables from project
initiation until production readiness.
* Independently manage supplier identification, RFQs, negotiations,
contract preparation, and supplier onboarding.
* Seek formal approval for supplier selection from the Director of
Sourcing and Director of Supplier Quality before final nomination.
* Ensure sourcing activities are completed in line with project
milestones, cost targets, and time-to-market goals.

2. Embedded Cross-Functional Team Member
* Operate as an integrated member of the cross-functional product
development squad.
* Actively participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning,
stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
* Represent sourcing risks, commercial conditions, and supply
readiness in all squad-level decisions.

3. Maintain Post-Launch Commercial Responsibility
* Maintain full commercial responsibility for sourced components and
suppliers for a period of six (6) months after product launch (SOP).
* During this period:
* Act as Commodity Manager for those specific products/components.
* Handle ongoing negotiations, price adjustments, and supplier
performance monitoring.
* Resolve any commercial or supply issues tied to production ramp-up.
* Ensure structured and documented handover to assigned Commodity
Managers after the transition period.

4. Sourcing Concept and Strategy Implementation
* Define and implement platform-specific Sourcing Concept Studies
including:
* Supplier coverage
* Supplier regions
* Cost structure and target cost models
* Risk profiles
* Propose platform sourcing KPIs to Group Sourcing leadership and seek
formal approval.
* Maintain structured reporting on sourcing progress, risk status, and
commercial performance.

5. Governance and Group Sourcing Alignment
* Operate fully within Group Sourcing policies and Supplier Quality
frameworks.
* Ensure full compliance with legal, ethical, and sustainability
requirements in all sourcing activities.
* Formal approval must be obtained from Director of Sourcing and
Director of Supplier Quality for:
* Supplier nominations
* Platform sourcing KPIs and performance targets

6. Regular Status Reporting and Leadership Alignment
* Schedule and conduct regular review meetings with the Director of
Sourcing (direct manager):
* Present the current status of sourcing KPIs.
* Report project progress, challenges, and risks.
* Proactively request support or escalation from leadership to secure
necessary resources or decisions.
* Maintain transparent and
proactive communication channels with both Director of Sourcing and Director of
Supplier Quality.

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You'll make a difference. Every day

Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people's lives.

2. You'll make your mark as part of our future

We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.

3. You'll feel welcome from day one

We're known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

4. You can have a lifestyle you love

you're always close to nature, yet never far from civilization. We want everyone who works for us to have a lifestyle they love - at work and beyond.

Who you are
You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious.
You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see
the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of
others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten
track to chase your dreams. You don't follow the herd - you find new ways of
working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a
revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we're looking for.

Your Background
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business or
economics and/or equivalent work experience from strategic sourcing, supply
chain or similar positions Professional education through accrediting
organizations and/or equivalent work experience in:
* Certified purchaser
* Legal awareness
* Business negotiation
* Supplier evaluation/auditing and supplier
development
* Lean production
* Supply chain management and logistics
* Quality systems and control
* Supplier relationship management
* Risk management
* Category management
Other
qualifications or experiences.

Information
Please apply via our career page. We will
conduct selection continuously so send us your application today!

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More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Udden believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company's storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.