Supplier Manager

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. 

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to  make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Within the Finance & Supplier Management, Supplier Management is the purchasing function responsible for sourcing, contracting and managing the supplier base for Tetra Pak Processing and Packaging Solutions. We are also responsible for purchasing capability growth, direct supplier management, and development of Global Purchasing Category Strategies. Supplier Management also supports all Processing Solutions & Equipment projects and installations, securing the seamless delivery of integrated offerings. The Supplier Management team ensures that we have a high performing supplier base and clear category strategies covering all Tetra Pak businesses, Packaging, Processing and Services.

We are now looking for a Supplier Manager who will be responsible for a number of suppliers, taking an active part in the development and execution of our global category strategy of Third-Party Equipment.

The position is temporary to cover a parental leave until end of December 2026 and is locatd in Lund, Sweden

Your scope will have a global reach with frequent interactions with global & local stakeholders. You will travel around 20% of your time.

In the role as Supplier Manager you will work in close collaboration with our business stakeholders, our different supplier management functions and our suppliers.

You will focus on:

• Align target and priorities with Business and key functions to support Tetra Pak business growth & profitability.
• Execute strategic sourcing projects, support stakeholders in project delivery as well as manage supplier contracts and performance.
• Manage supplier base by applying all Supplier management processes to secure compliance with Tetra Pak procedures.
• Within your responsibilities, you will secure the achievement of KPIs related to quality, cost and delivery of the supply base.
• Contribute to portfolio enhancement by integrating third-party solutions into our offering.

• A university degree within Engineering or Economics

• 3-5 years of experience in supplier management or procurement in an international global context
• Strong negotiation skills and you have proven track records of Supplier management activities in sourcing, contracting, negotiations and strategy executions.
• A previous experience in the food packaging and/or food processing industry will be considered a plus.
• You have a very good command in English, both written and verbal.

Skills that will make you stand Out: experience in process engineering, partner integration or portfolio integration.

As a person you are results-oriented, self-driven, pragmatic and an excellent communicator. Building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels comes naturally to you. You thrive in a collaborative environment and can manage ambiguity and change effectively.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at . 

This job posting expires on 2026-01-15.

To know more about the position contact Mauro Cea at +46 46 36 2767

Questions about your application contact Josephine Malalla at +46 46 36 5253

For trade union information contact Akademikerklubben Lars Haraldsson at +46 46 36 2533 and Unionen Lisbeth Larsson at +46 46 36 2320

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

Du vill göra skillnad. Det vill vi också. Varje dag arbetar vi för att förbättra tillgången till säkra livsmedel för människor över hela världen – och samtidigt skydda planeten. Oavsett om du precis har inlett karriären eller är redo för nästa steg – kom till oss. Tillsammans kan vi bli en del av lösningen.