Gunnar Nilsson
About Gunnar Nilsson
Gunnar Nilsson is a Strategic Procurement Manager at Saab AB, where he has worked since 2012 in Linköping, Sweden. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various procurement roles at Toyota Material Handling Europe and Väderstad Verken AB.
Work at Saab
Gunnar Nilsson has been employed at Saab AB since 2012, serving as the Strategic Procurement Manager. His role involves overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships to ensure the efficient acquisition of materials and services. Based in Linköping, Sweden, he has contributed to various projects within the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in procurement to enhance operational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Saab, Gunnar Nilsson held several key positions in procurement. He worked at Väderstad Verken AB as a Senior Buyer in Product Development from 2007 to 2012. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Buyer at Toyota Material Handling Europe - Cesab Spa in Bologna, Italy, from 1999 to 2001. He also worked as a Purchasing Manager at Toyota Material Handling Europe from 2001 to 2007 in Mjolby, Sweden. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in procurement practices and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Gunnar Nilsson studied at Västermalms Tekniska Gymnasium, where he focused on Mechanical Engineering from 1977 to 1981. This educational background equipped him with technical knowledge and skills relevant to his career in procurement and supply chain management. His expertise in strategic procurement is supported by years of practical experience in various industries.
Career Timeline
Gunnar Nilsson's career spans several years in procurement and supply chain roles. He began his professional journey as a Senior Buyer at Toyota Material Handling Europe - Cesab Spa in 1999, followed by a similar role at Toyota Material Handling Europe from 2001 to 2007. He then transitioned to Väderstad Verken AB, where he worked until 2012. Since then, he has been with Saab AB, contributing to the company's procurement strategies.