Procurement Supply Manager

Procurement Supply Manager, Carlsberg Denmark Supply Chain.

Do you want to play a vital role in securing seamless production and optimizing procurement processes in one of the world’s leading breweries? Are you ready to improve supplier management and collaborate with diverse teams to support Carlsberg’s business goals? If so, read on.

About the job

As Procurement Supply Manager, you will act as the primary local contact for Category Managers and stakeholders across Carlsberg Denmark. In this role, you will ensure the efficient procurement of raw materials and packaging, supporting the production flow and promoting local initiatives to optimize costs and supplier performance.

Based in Fredericia, you will work closely with the VP Supply Chain and collaborate with regional procurement teams to align on category strategies and to ensure local implementation. Your contributions are essential for the smooth and efficient operation of Carlsberg's supply chain.
 

Your responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Serve as the first point of contact for local stakeholders regarding direct materials procurement, ensuring constant production flow without any interruptions due to lack of services, material quality or availability issues, directly as a first step and with category teams when necessary.

• Drive and own excellence in supplier relationship as local first point of contact with supplier. This includes supplier on-boarding, supplier changes and change plans, supplier rating including quality performance and improvement areas in close collaboration with local functions and regional procurement teams.

• Spearhead cost reduction efforts through the implementation of regional initiatives in line with overarching category plans, pinpointing potential areas for cost improvements, and act as escalation step in the administration of contracts.

• Collaborate with local teams to coordinate service claims and support new product development (NPD) processes.

• Provide regular financial updates to local teams on price movements, value projects, and procurement strategies.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contract governance, and sustainability initiatives.

Your qualifications and experience
 

Those who excel in this position typically demonstrate:

• A higher theoretical and commercial background, equivalent to a tertiary degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in tactical and operational procurement, preferably within an international or regional setting.

• Proven skills in supplier relationship management, contract execution, and cost optimization.

• Strong capabilities in data analysis and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.

• Fluency in both Danish and English (spoken and written).

Personal Attributes

To thrive in this role, you should be:

• Forward-planning and alteration-ready, skilled at transforming plans to align with changing tasks and working in a self-directed manner.

• An effective communicator capable of building significant relationships across functions and hierarchies.

• Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Comfortable working in a matrix organization and collaborating in virtual cross-border teams.

Working in Carlsberg Denmark

Carlsberg, Tuborg, Somersby and Coca-Cola. Carlsberg is behind some of Denmark's strongest brands and quality products, which we deliver to more than 20,000 customers in Denmark. We are strongly rooted in both Carlsberg's unique history and a modern winning culture, where we, based on our customers and consumers, must constantly try to optimize our common goals. We want to create positive experiences and contribute to enjoyment, atmosphere, and good company.

You will be part of a company in development with a focus on goals, where we also take responsibility for the outside world with our strategy for sustainability, Together Towards ZERO and Beyond. The tone is informal, and we greatly appreciate having a challenging and fun workday. We make demands on you and your efforts - and at the same time offer good career opportunities, both nationally and internationally at Carlsberg.

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Interested?

So, please send your CV to us online (in Danish or English) as soon as possible. You don’t need to include a cover letter, but we kindly ask that you include a few sentences about your motivation for applying within your CV.

At Carlsberg Denmark, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for everyone.

We see diversity as a strength and encourage all candidates, regardless of age, gender, background, and ethnicity, to apply.

To ensure a fair recruitment process, please omit your photo, name, and any information regarding gender, educational background, age, and ethnic background from your CV.

Deadline for applying is Sunday the 15th of December 2024.

We look forward to hearing from you!