SOURCING MANAGER

Sourcing manager

Are you passionate about sourcing and negotiation, and do you thrive in a dynamic commercial environment where customer experience, cost efficiency and operational reliability meet? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the food & beverage offering onboard SAS flights? 
If so, the Sourcing Manager role within our Commercial & Indirect Procurement team might be the perfect fit for you. 

In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing across several commercial categories, with a strong focus on onboard catering, food & beverage and related services, while also supporting additional indirect areas as business needs evolve. You will work closely with cross‑functional stakeholders in Commercial, Onboard Products, Operations and with our caterers and F&B suppliers to secure high‑quality products at the right cost. 

Challenges you will work on:

In this exciting and varied role, you will: 
•    Lead end to end sourcing processes, including analysis, RFx, commercial evaluation, negotiation and contracting. 
•    Drive structured and objective RFx processes, ensuring transparency and systematic evaluation, even in situations where requirements shift or where the business context is complex. 
•    Manage supplier relationships across multiple catering partners, F&B suppliers and packaging providers. 
•    Navigate a complex supply chain involving perishable goods, international logistics and multi station operations. 
•    Collaborate closely with Onboard Products to translate customer and product needs into sourcing decisions. 
•    Support implementation of new agreements with clear KPIs and governance structures. 
•    Operate in a fast moving environment with shifting priorities and sometimes evolving processes, flexibility, structure and ownership are key. 

The team

You will be part of the Commercial & Indirect Procurement team within SAS Procurement. 
We are a high performing team that values collaboration, curiosity, accountability and continuous improvement. 
We work closely with the broader Commercial organization and play a key role in enabling SAS’s customer experience. 

To be successful, we believe you have  

•    A university degree in business, engineering or equivalent. Formal education may be replaced by relevant and well documented professional experience within sourcing, procurement or a comparable commercial role. 
•    3–5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing/procurement, preferably within airline, hospitality, transportation industries. 
•    Independently and successfully led end to end RFx processes, from initial requirements definition through supplier evaluation, negotiations and contract finalization. 
•    Strong analytical skills, including ability to assess pricing models, cost drivers and build business cases. 
•    Comfort working in environments with ambiguous processes, where prioritization can shift quickly. 
•    Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. 
•    High proficiency in Excel and presentation tools. 
•    Fluency in English; Swedish is an advantage. 

 
Meriting experience 
 
•    Experience from the airline industry, especially catering, onboard services or aviation supply chain. 
•    Experience from food & beverage, menu cycles, food production, or category work in FMCG. 
•    Understanding of logistics flows (including cold chain) and supplier performance management. 

Why SAS?

At SAS, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international, fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees. Working with us comes with a variety of benefits, including:  
•    Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS.  
•    Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits, including a newly renovated gym with complimentary classes such as CrossFit and yoga.  
•    Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands, as well as on transportation to and from airports, airport shops, hotels, and car rentals.  
•    Work Environment: Our office location in Frösundavik offers a vibrant workspace with a restaurant, café, and easy access to outdoor activities in Hagaparken and Brunnsviken. Engage in running, tennis, outdoor gym sessions, kayaking, and stand-up paddling with equipment available free of charge.  
•    Convenient Commute: Benefit from a non-stop bus service connecting our office to Solna station, and commuter trains, alongside a network of cycle paths.  

Our Culture at SAS 

At SAS, we are dedicated to caring for each other, delighting our travelers, and driving the transformation towards sustainable aviation. As a future colleague on our team, you’ll join a culture where we work collaboratively towards common goals, recognize each other's contributions, and celebrate successes. Our focus is on safe, sustainable, and punctual execution, and we are committed to protecting our planet while transforming SAS for the future. This is an empowering workplace where you can thrive, grow, and take ownership of your work. Join us at SAS and be part of shaping the future of aviation!  
  

Additional information

•    Deadline for application: 10/05/2026. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Note that we are not able to handle any applications that are sent by email, due to GDPR regulations.  
•    Position: Fulltime (100%) starting with a 6-month probation period  
•    This position is based in Frösundavik, Solna (Stockholm), and you will be expected to work onsite. Remote work may also be an option, depending on the agreement made with your manager.  
•    A background check will be conducted at the final stage of this recruitment process. If you are aware of any specific matters that may come up during this background check, we kindly ask you to be transparent about them during the recruitment process.  
  
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