Supply Chain Manager

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

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Do you want to work at the intersection of technology, commercial strategy, and global supply chains?

ABB is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join our Coast Guard & Navy business – a key role in delivering advanced maritime projects. 

In this position, you will shape supplier strategies, manage procurement processes, and lead commercial negotiations across the full project lifecycle – from early tender phases to project completion. 

Your responsibilities 

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will: 

• 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 

Your background 

• 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 

Who you are 

• You are a proactive and structured professional who takes ownership and communicates effectively across disciplines. You have strong business judgment, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy building long-term relationships while balancing commercial opportunities and risk. 

What we offer 

• 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 

Application Information 

The application deadline is 21.07. We review applications on an ongoing basis. 

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact 
Gunnar Hide at [email protected]. 

Please submit your application and CV through our career portal. Applications sent by email will not be processed due to data privacy regulations. 

ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel security is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In cooperation with Meditor, ABB Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive an employment offer. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s recruitment and personnel security policies, as well as legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information. 

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By combining its expertise in technology and digitalization, ABB helps industries perform at a high level while becoming more efficient, productive, sustainable, and competitive. At ABB, we call this “Engineered to Outrun.” The company has more than 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). 

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.