As a Sourcing Manager for ARKET Café, you will translate our café concept into sourcing needs, secure a reliable supply chain, and optimize costs while maintaining quality and sustainability. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a dynamic, global environment.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will do:
- Select and manage suppliers, producers, and wholesalers for existing and new markets.
- Develop purchase plans to support growth and profitability across all sales channels.
- Negotiate contracts and monitor supplier performance and compliance.
- Maintain product pricing and article updates in the ARKET Café database.
- Drive sourcing projects and continuous improvements in line with our sourcing process.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will collaborate closely with the Café Operations Manager, Global Business Manager, Café Coordinators, Creative Lead, and regional café teams across multiple markets. You’ll also work with cross-functional teams within ARKET to ensure alignment on strategies.
WHO YOU ARE
We are looking for people with…
- Experience in sourcing or buying. Café, restaurant, or food industry is a bonus
- Interest in café and food trends
- Familiarity with FMCG and/or international markets
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Fluent in English (verbal and written)
- Understanding of compliance, traceability, and certification requirements
And people who are…
- Self-driven and comfortable working in a small, fast-paced team.
- Curious and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Collaborative and inclusive, thriving in cross-functional environments.
- Business-minded and action-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership.
- Passionate about food and sustainability.
- Open-minded and willing to learn continuously.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a full-time temporary contract based at our Head Office in Stockholm, starting as soon as possible for one year.
If you feel this opportunity is exciting, apply by sending your CV and portfolio in English as soon as possible, but no later than 4th of January. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through our career page.
We value collaboration and believe that great ideas thrive when we work closely together. Therefore, this role is primarily office-based, with four days per week at the office to foster teamwork and engagement. One day per week, you’ll have the flexibility to work remotely.
Please note this position is offered on a local contract; you should have the legal right to work in Sweden before applying.
WHO WE ARE
ARKET is a modern-day market with a Nordic soul, offering a mix of fashion, homeware, and a café while having quality, sustainability, and transparency at the core of our business. ARKET’s mission is to democratise quality through widely accessible, well-made, durable products, designed to be used and loved for a long time. Learn more about ARKET here.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
We offer attractive benefits, including:
- Staff discount across all H&M Group brands.
- Inclusion in the H&M Incentive Program (HIP).
- 30 days holiday.
- Collective agreement with pension and life insurance.
- Wellness benefit (4,000 SEK/year).
- Access to Benify Benefits Portal.
JOIN US
Our uniqueness comes from our inclusive and collaborative culture, strong values, and opportunities for growth. We look forward to hearing from you!
Additional Information
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded in 1947, H&M Group is a global design company with ~4,702 stores in 76 markets and 56 online markets. At H&M Group, we believe in making great design available to everyone. It’s essential in everything we do. Our family of brands and business ventures offer customers around the world a wealth of fashion, beauty, accessories and homeware, as well as modern menus with fresh and local produce at some of the brands’ in-store eateries.
But design is so much more than just products; it’s about clever design processes, efficient product flows, creating experiences that enrich, and smart solutions that benefit all our customers.
Sustainability is always at the core of our business. Not only because we like to do what’s right — but it’s also beneficial for our business. We will continue to push for change and lead the way towards a more inclusive and sustainable fashion future.
Do you want to join us? We will trust you with great responsibility right from the start, reward a passionate mindset and encourage an entrepreneurial spirit. When you start a career with H&M Group, there’s no limit to where it can take you.
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