Local Procurement Business Partner

Carlsberg is seeking a dynamic and experienced Local Procurement Business Partner to represent regional procurement for indirect spend at the local level. In this role, you will be the key contact for procurement-related matters within the local business, collaborating closely with the management team, stakeholders, and global/regional procurement teams to ensure the strategic delivery of procurement value that maximizes local impact on the P&L.

You will be responsible for sourcing, tendering, negotiating the best terms and conditions, and driving efficient contract implementation locally. The position also requires active involvement in budgeting processes, ensuring that procurement value is reflected in the local P&L through robust spend transparency, effective tenders, and successful contract negotiations. You will play a crucial role in the efficient execution of procurement procedures, compliance with policies, and ensuring alignment between local business needs and the broader procurement strategy.

Skills and Competencies:

To manage this role successfully, we see that you would bring negotiation skills and direct experience in contract planning, execution, and supplier relationship management. You should be highly adaptable and results-focused, with excellent problem-solving abilities and a structured approach to planning and execution. We also expect that you have experience in project management within cross-functional and cross-cultural settings.

• Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken
• Knowledge of Source-to-Pay processes and experience in RFx execution
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), with knowledge of SAP/Ariba or similar procurement systems

Educational & Experience Requirements:

• Experience:
  • 5-10 years of relevant commercial experience in tactical and operational procurement
  • Experience in a global matrix-based organization and international work experience in a related industry is highly desirable
• Education:
  • A higher theoretical and commercial background, equivalent to a Master’s degree

How to Apply:

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we work with continuous selection and may fill the position within the application deadline! The application deadline is January 12, 2025.

Carlsberg Group: Brewing for a better today and tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion or any other characteristics protected by law.