ABOUT THE ROLE

At HMS Industrial Networks, we know our people are the key to our success. We take pride in nurturing a culture that’s inclusive, curious, and welcoming – where every employee is supported in growing both personally and professionally.

We are seeking a Strategic Purchaser with strong commercial acumen and a passion for supplier governance to take ownership of a significant supplier base and associated spend.

You will play a key role in building a resilient and innovative supply chain, driving strategic decisions that directly influence product quality, cost structure, and business continuit. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will join a committed Global Sourcing Team where you will have a direct impact on supplier strategy, cost competitiveness, innovation, and business continuity. This is a chance to directly shape the supplier ecosystem behind our products and the supply base that supports our future.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing multiple suppliers across different categories — ensuring performance, compliance, competitiveness, and long-term partnership development across our global operations.

This is a highly international role where you will collaborate with colleagues, partners, and suppliers around the world to secure long‑term performance, cost competitiveness, and sustainability.

As Strategic Purchaser, you will take end-to-end ownership of a substantial supplier portfolio and associated spend, including:

• Drive strategic governance and performance management for a broad supplier portfolio.
• Lead global negotiations, supplier selections, and contract processes.
• Secure that suppliers meet expectations in quality, delivery, cost, compliance, and sustainability.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to support innovation, resilience and sustainability.
• Strengthen supply chain resilience through dual sourcing, risk assessments and proactive risk mitigation.
• Work closely with R&D, Operations and Quality during product development and redesigns.
• Ensure accurate global data management for all suppliers, materials and contracts.

ABOUT YOU

You bring a strong foundation in strategic purchasing and supplier governance. Business-oriented and results-driven, you combine a structured and analytical way of working with strong relationship-building skills. Collaboration comes naturally, helping you earn trust both inside and outside the organization. Proactivity and adaptability enable you to navigate change and new situations with confidence. At the same time, you take clear responsibility for your work and approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset.

We believe you bring:

• 4-5 years experience of relevant experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management
• Strong negotiation skills and an ability to drive supplier performance.
• Solid understanding of commodity markets and supply chain dynamics.
• Technical aptitude to support product development and supplier discussions.
• Analytical, structured, and proactive mindset—always looking for improvement opportunities.
• Ability to work independently with overall guidance.
• Ability to build trust, influence and engage stakeholders, and work cross-functionally in an international environment.

Experience from electronics, components or technology-driven industries is an advantage.

ABOUT US

HMS Networks make the World more connected, productive and sustainable. Our industrial communication products enable millions of machines such as robots, drives and air-conditioners to get connected to software and systems - a necessity to meet the future demands for energy efficiency and sustainability.

We are an innovative growth company based in Halmstad, Sweden with 1100 employees in more than 20 countries.

HMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels included, respected, and empowered.

Want to help us make the world more connected and sustainable? Visit hms-networks.com or look us up on social media.

 

ABOUT THE APPLICATION

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we review applications on an ongoing basis. The position may be filled before the final application date.

If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact us.

We look forward to receiving your application.

As a Performance Marketing Specialist (f/m/d), you play a key role in strengthening the growth journey at HMS Industrial Networks in the division Industrial Network Technologies. You help transform marketing into a measurable business contributor by combining data, digital channels, and automation into scalable performance programs.

Your focus is clear: generate demand, optimize marketing impact, and make results transparent. You take ownership of performance-driven marketing initiatives while working closely with a global, skilled team across Global Marketing, Commercial Platforms, and Sales. Together, you turn insights into action and continuously improve how we reach and engage our customers worldwide.

Your Key Responsibilities

• You develop and implement data-driven marketing approaches and actively support the team as a skills multiplier through training and sparring
• You define and establish measurability concepts for marketing activities, including KPIs, metrics, and models to quantify marketing value contribution across channels, marketing automation, and CRM
• You take strategic and operational responsibility for digital performance channels, including SEO/GEO, SEA, and paid social media, with ownership of lead and demand generation as well as media budgets
• You support the development and optimization of campaigns through data analysis (zero-, first-, and third-party data), translating insights into clear, actionable recommendations
• You act as a sparring partner for marketing colleagues, supporting them in interpreting performance data and applying insights in their daily work
• You help establish automated marketing performance reporting, collaborating with Commercial Platforms to connect source systems and roll out Power BI dashboards that create transparency in marketing performance

Your Qualifications

• Degree or comparable qualification in Marketing, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Proven experience in performance marketing, digital marketing, or marketing analytics, ideally in a B2B or technology-driven environment
• Strong understanding of KPIs, attribution, lead management, campaign evaluation and marketing value contribution across digital channels
• Hands-on experience with SEO/GEO, SEA, and Paid Social in a performance marketing context
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to work both operationally and strategically, with a structured, proactive and reliable working style with a strong drive for continuous improvement
• Experience with marketing automation, CRM systems, and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI)
• Comfortable working in a cross-functional, international setup
• Experience using data and AI-supported features to optimize digital marketing performance is a plus
• Professionally fluent in English (German is a plus)

Application

Please send us your application via THIS link.

At HMS Industrial Networks, our people are at the heart of our success. We recognize the tremendous contributions of our employees and are committed to fostering a vibrant, innovative, and welcoming culture where everyone can grow and develop both personally and professionally. We value diverse perspectives, collaboration, and innovation, empowering individuals to thrive in a flexible, supportive environment while shaping the future of industrial IoT and connectivity.

Do you want to make an impact as a Regional Sales Manager in our Industrial Data Solutions division? Are you passionate about building strong customer relationships, hunting new business, working with Key Accounts, solving challenges with innovative technologies like IT Network & Security, Diagnostics, or Industrial IoT architectures, and working in a collaborative international team?

Join a fast-growing company that values teamwork, diversity, and continuous learning. We’d love to hear from you!

About HMS Industrial Networks

At HMS Industrial Networks, our mission is to enable industrial connectivity and empower data-driven transformation. Through our IDS (Industrial Data Solutions) division, we deliver innovative solutions via trusted brands like Ewon, Red Lion, N-Tron, and Anybus Wireless. We’re redefining industrial intelligence by integrating hardware, software, and services for industries such as Food & Beverage, Water/Wastewater, Energy, Oil & Gas, and Logistics.

We are an international company with a strong cultural foundation built on Heart, Mind, and Soul. Collaboration, innovation, and continuous development are at the heart of how we grow — and how we support our people.

Position Overview

We are seeking Regional Sales Managers (RSMs) to join our UK IDS team and drive direct business growth. Each RSM will own a dedicated territory: either West UK, East UK, or Scotland & Ireland.

The RSM will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities (hunter profile), finding and growing strategic Key Accounts, and acting as a consultative partner to customers by offering cutting-edge industrial connectivity and IoT solutions. This role suits candidates who thrive in customer-facing roles, are commercially strategic, and comfortable navigating both OT and IT stakeholder groups. Also, there will be a channel partnership support required on their regional areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Regional sales responsibility (West/North UK)
• Proactively hunt and acquire new direct customers and key accounts in industrial verticals.
• Develop and execute a strategic growth plan within vertical industries including Food & Beverage, Water/Wastewater, Energy and Logistics.
• Position HMS as a trusted technology advisor, combining hardware, software, and services into integrated solutions.
• Collaborate closely with product specialists, application engineers, and marketing to deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Represent HMS at industry events, exhibitions, and regional customer meetings.
• Maintain and update CRM records, pipeline reports, and forecasts.

Candidate Profile – Must-Have Attributes

• Proven track record in technical/solution sales within industrial automation, IIoT, networking, or cybersecurity.
• Strong relationship builder with consultative, strategic selling approach.
• Self-motivated with the ability to independently manage a regional territory.
• Clear communicator – able to translate technical concepts into customer value.
• Experience with or understanding of IT networks, industrial protocols, remote access, diagnostics, or cybersecurity solutions.
• Based in Coventry/North of UK
• Driving license and ability to travel regularly (50-60%).

Education & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• Experience in B2B solution selling, preferably within industrial tech.
• Familiarity with key verticals: Water, Energy, Manufacturing, Logistics, Oil and Gas etc.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with Bonus structure (Base Salary Band: £45 to £55K Annually depending on the experience and expertise)
• Hybrid working model and regional autonomy
• Company car (based on contract)
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Continuous training and career development
• A supportive, international team culture rooted in innovation and collaboration
• Bupa Healthcare
• HMS Shares incentives

About the Application process

HMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in pushing the boundaries of technology and making a significant impact in the industry. Apply today with your application in English and be part of a team that values your unique perspective and expertise!

The selection process will be conducted ongoing, so do not wait to submit your application!

If you want to know more about the role, please contact Bilal Khan, Commercial Director UK, bilal.khan@hms-networks.com, if you want to know more about the recruitment process, please contact responsible HR.