Supply Chain Manager

ABB

Supply Chain Manager managing supplier strategies for ABB's Coast Guard & Navy business. Leading procurement processes and commercial negotiations throughout the project lifecycle.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeFornebu • 🇳🇴 NorwayMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing while ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills are essential for driving supplier performance and supporting sales activities.

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Supplier ManagementContract NegotiationStrategic SourcingSupply Chain ManagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementRisk AssessmentPricing StrategySupplier EvaluationMarket Insight

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsCollaborationStructured ThinkingStrategic Thinking

Industry Keywords

Maritime SectorDefense SectorIndustrial SectorCompliance StandardsQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage the supplier base by leading pre-qualification, evaluating technical and commercial capabilities, and ensuring alignment with ABB standards for quality, compliance, and sustainability
Support sales and tender activities by working closely with sales teams, managing supplier dialogue, and contributing to pricing, risk assessments, and competitive proposals
Lead contract management and negotiations, including drafting terms and conditions and negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, and key obligations
Drive strategic sourcing and market insight by monitoring supplier markets, identifying new partners, and contributing to long-term supplier strategies
Collaborate across functions and projects, working closely with engineering, sales, and project management while monitoring supplier performance and addressing risks, delays, and quality issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Higher education in business, engineering, logistics, or a related field
Solid experience in supply chain management, sourcing, or commercial project roles
Experience from maritime, defense, or industrial sectors is an advantage
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Analytical, structured, and able to think strategically

Benefits

Comp & perks

A key role in a leading global technology company
Opportunity to shape supplier strategies in a specialized and growing market
Strong collaboration across disciplines and international environments
A company committed to innovation, sustainability, and development