Buyer

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, we create the technology that keeps the world moving. We are over 13,500 colleagues passionate about supporting companies of all sizes with todays and tomorrow’s material handling challenges. Because we know that our business and our industry are essential and sometimes even critical for them, for daily life and society at large. 

In our respective headquarters in Mjölby, Sweden, Willebroek, Belgium, in our Sales companies across Europe or in our factories in France, Italy and Sweden, you can be part of an extraordinary journey. And together, we will Move the world towards easy and sustainable. 

The Position

We are now looking for a Buyer to join our Corporate Purchasing. You will join the team that works with after market activities toward Toyota Material Handling Europe Logistics

In this role you will set up plans for performing negotiations and create RFQs with full cost lifecycle in mind, moving in an international context. This is a great role for you who are at the beginning of you career or recently graduated. In this role it is necessary that you have a willingness to be able to travel.

In this role you will report to Carl Boman Danevad, Manager Purchasing Operations TMHEL

Your Responsibility

• Contribute to the development and optimization of procurement processes, with a strong focus on continuous improvement (Kaizen)
• Mainly operate across operational activities with some tactical & strategical purchasing initiatives
• Own and manage the commercial performance for assigned purchasing activities, including cost, quality, and supplier performance
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and support business objectives through effective sourcing and supplier collaboration
• Negotiate, establish, and maintain supplier contracts, ensuring all agreements are aligned with company policies and properly documented
• Build and develop long-term, sustainable supplier relationships that meet both corporate requirements and stakeholder needs
• Ensure alignment between purchasing activities and internal stakeholders across functions such as order management, parts service support, warehouse and quality
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities within the supply base and take appropriate actions to secure supply continuity.
  
  

Your profile

• 1–2 years of experience in a Buyer / Junior Buyer or similar procurement role, preferably within a corporate environment
• Proven ability to support and conduct supplier negotiations, contributing to commercially advantageous terms and conditions
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and managing supplier agreements in line with company policies
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and ability to ensure adherence to internal processes and external regulations
• Technical understanding or interest is considered a strong advantage, especially in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Experience working with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA is highly meritorious – with the willingness to learn and develop within this area
• MS Office skills e.g. Excel, Power Point or ability to acquire these skills in an easy way
• Structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously
• Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
  
  

Our Offer

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, we’re not just a global leader in a fast-paced industry – we are a team that values collaboration, growth and making a real impact for our customers. In our dynamic, diverse and international environment, we offer a workplace where you can truly thrive and bring your ideas to life. This position is based in Mjölby, Sweden with remote work options available up to two days a week.

We’re committed to supporting you with an attractive benefits package, including a yearly bonus and flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your personal and professional life. With clear goals and direction from senior leadership, you’ll also find abundant opportunities for career growth and development within the company. Our organisational support ensures that you can maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing meaningful work that shapes the future of our industry.

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, we believe in continuous learning and provide plenty of opportunities to develop new skills and take on exciting projects. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do and we take pride in fostering a supportive, open environment where every voice is heard.

Time for you to make a MOVE!

Your application

Please submit your application in English no later than August 19th, 2026. Applications only accepted through our recruitment system. We screen continuously, so do not miss out and send in your application today!

For more information about this position please contact; Carl Boman Danevad, Manager Purchasing Operations TMHEL, [email protected] (available until July 12th)

For more information about this position please contact; Victoria Östryd Söderlind, Recruitment Specialist; [email protected] (available until July 3rd)

During the Summer holiday period response to questions might be delayed. Interviews will take place in August/ September.

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