Karin Altemark is IT Category Manager at Coop Sverige, responsible for strategic IT sourcing, vendor management, and ensuring effective service delivery. She has previously held senior procurement and category management roles at major companies, including H&M, SEB, and ASSA ABLOY Group. She holds a Master Degree in Economics from Uppsala University.

Coop is unique! It’s easy to think that all grocery stores are the same — the same products on the shelves, the same shopping carts, and the checkout at the end. But Coop is different because we are owned by our 3.9 million members. That’s what makes us unique. It also gives us a greater responsibility, but at the same time, greater opportunities. Coop is one of Sweden’s largest employers, driven by the mission to give everyone access to good food. Every day, we work to offer quality food, in well-run stores, at fair prices — and to be a positive force in Sweden’s food industry. We aim to make everyday life easier and provide everyone access to good ingredients — something that’s good for the body, mind, and our environment. Coop has long been a pioneer in promoting sustainable practices. Our fish is certified, our hens are free-range, and our own brand, Änglamark, has repeatedly been recognized for its quality and sustainability. Together with our employees, we work every day with our members to continue leading in sustainable development — and now we are putting even more focus on spreading joy in food and a greater appreciation for high-quality ingredients.