Sourcing Specialist

We combine the latest tech with human-centered design to offer highly intuitive and efficient EV chargers that ensure easier access to personal electric transport.

This gives people the freedom and potential to travel into a more sustainable future. How neat is that?

Within just a few years, we’ve built our domestic market-leading position by supplying superior charging installations for housing co-ops and private homes alike.

As a Norwegian EV pioneer, our goals are aimed at bringing the best charging technology to the rest of the world. Are you up for this challenge?

As Zaptec's new Sourcing Specialist, you will be an important part of the company forging strong partnerships with potential new suppliers while nurturing and sustaining relationships with our already established suppliers. In this role, you will act as an integral extension of the sourcing teams within our production partners, directly influencing Zaptec's operational efficiency and financial performance. Your expertise and proactive mindset will be key to driving our company's growth and innovation.

• Obtaining quotes from different suppliers, in close collaboration with Zaptec's production partners.

• Negotiate existing agreements and ensure that the service level, cost, and Zaptec's requirements are taken care of.

• Be part of developing sourcing strategies within inventory optimization, sustainability requirements, and the sourcing process itself.

• Working with legal counsel to ensure that all contracts relating to product procurement contain all negotiation details.

• Be a proactive team player to improve company spending.

It might seem like a diverse set of responsibilities, but we’re confident you’ll infuse the role with your unique skills and perspectives. If you’ve recently graduated, we encourage you to apply and bring your fresh ideas to the table!

As a sourcing specialist at Zaptec, you will have a challenging and fun workday (at least that's what we think). You will work closely with other departments to ensure the right cost and partnership - this will be a crucial part of your role. We’re looking for a proactive and positive individual who will contribute to the fun work environment that makes Zaptec unique.

As for the skills required for this job

• B.sc or similar within Finance, Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or similar. Relevant work experience can compensate for a lack of education.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as negotiation skills.

• Experience in sourcing processes or purchasing.

• Fluent in English and Norwegian, both spoken and written.

Join in! ☕️ Yes, we do spend a lot of time in front of our desks, but we also love coffee, conversations, nerdy talks, lunches and jokes. 🤡

We trust you do your job, flex your own day
We'll provide the hardware you need
Career growth & competence development
We equip you with our own gym clothes
We got your back in regards to insurance and pensions
Don't forget social events

We strive to be the best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our coworkers. We believe in a flexible and trustworthy way of working. We focus on results, not necessarily the approach because we respect that each coworker has unique ways of working to reach the target. 🙌🏽

Customer experience is the core of everything we do to provide a worry-free EV life.

We believe in our employees' uniqueness and the multidisciplinary way of working, and we work collaboratively toward a common goal.

Zaptec's products and services are making a difference to EV drivers, as we provide EV owners the freedom to charge from home and explore new adventures. By joining our team, you are joining us in our mission to create a more sustainable and electrical future, providing user-oriented EV charging experiences.

Surround yourself with highly motivated fellow Zapiens who support one another to reach our common goal. At Zaptec, you will impact improving the EV journey globally.