Director CapEx & MRO Procurement Group

The Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) in Switzerland integrates a number of central functions in the Carlsberg Group: H&S, Quality, Procurement, Production, Logistics and Planning. Group H&S is developing, communicating and driving an effective coordinated H&S Strategy for ISC and commercial teams. Group ISC manages the brewery network, handles the global procurement processes, sets the global standards for quality, brewing technology, ensures end-to-end planning and aims to deliver world-class logistics and customer service.

Working for the ISC will give you the chance to contribute to this highly ambitious integrated function within the Carlsberg Group as well as the opportunity to set your own "foot print" in the organisation during its rapid development. If you enjoy working in an international environment, have an entrepreneurial spirit and can see yourself supporting our purpose, “Brewing for a better today and tomorrow”, the ISC in Carlsberg can be a unique

Director CapEx & MRO Procurement Group

As one of the leading brewers in the world, Carlsberg can offer you an exciting international career with outstanding individual growth opportunities. Working in the major league of global beer brands, you will be faced with many professional challenges allowing you to grow in your professional career. All it takes is your commitment and courage to face challenges head-on – and a passion for winning!

As part of our growth, We are opening this position for a Director CapEx & MRO Procurement Group to develop, communicate category strategy at Global Level to optimize the Total Cost of Ownership for Carlsberg Breweries. Also, position held responsibility for direct management of top 20 Globally present suppliers (strategy, contracting, negotiation).

The role will have significant impact on the overall category strategy and business plan and will act as commercial project leader on cross functional projects within the category. The position is expected to be the main driver creating savings and spend insight at Global level including transparency on processes and policies which regions/market are about to implement. Additionally, the position is expected to report and share findings, savings and transferring best practice experiences that can be further deployed in the Regions.

The position is expected to make significant impact to bottom line savings and standardized WoW for Carlsberg Breweries and requires close cooperation with all members of the CapEx & MRO regional teams as well as with relevant stakeholders in Carlsberg Supply Chain company at all levels.

The position will be based in 8866 Ziegelbrücke (greater area Zurich), Switzerland. The required skills & competencies to succeed in this role are:

Personal qualifications / competencies:

Stakeholder engagement

Ability to listen, synthesize, and develop actions
Strategic and analytical thinking
Cross-functional project leadership skills
Strong communication and persuasion skills – Stakeholder management
Strong in contract negotiations on international level
Growth mindset and change management skills
360 degrees communication / co-ordination
Innovative and flexible
Results / Execution focused
Structured approach to planning and execution
Reporting and contract management
Growth Mindset

We live growth mindset culture in Carlsberg, we are looking for new colleagues who:

Live by Semper Ardens (always burning) and constantly strive for the extraordinary
Foster an environment of positive energy and compassion
Passionate about the consumer in everything we do
Decide fast and deliver with excellence.
Empower, support, and grow our people to reach their full potential

Professional qualifications/ competencies

Experienced managing internal customer and external supplier relationships
Experienced project management
High level negotiation experience
Cross-functional & cross culture change management understanding
Good understanding of development and implementation of sourcing strategies
Understanding of complex organizational interdependencies
International background within strategic sourcing
Experience with sourcing systems and e-tool solutions
Capable of analysing independently the market, suppliers and alternative backup possibilities
Strong understanding of TCO.

Education:

A higher education in Procurement or equivalent to a Bachler degree or above.

Experience:

Min. 10 years relevant experience related to sourcing of products/services is a must, within all aspects of strategic and tactical sourcing on global or regional in a technical category.
International work experience in related industry is preferred
Experienced in negotiations on international level
Experience with international commercial contracts and agreements
Analytical skills to independently perform market, supplier and competitor analysis
Ability to work cross functionally in project work and project management
Qualified project management skills
Solid experience with use of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models
Thorough technical understanding and knowledge
General IT literacy. Mastering data mining
Knowledge of ERPs
Familiarity and management of e-Catalogues
Experience with sourcing of MRO for FMCG goods, preferable beverages
FMCGs is preferred

Language:

Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Other language skills (spoken) will be considered as a plus

Job responsibilities:

Category Strategy

Develop, formulate and deliver short, medium, term sourcing strategy to ensure best TCO and security of supply for Carlsberg.
Align strategy and tactics with key stakeholders
Map internal and external spend and create spend transparency
Describe and develop the organization needed to support implementation of strategies
Respond country saving reporting and contract management to meet group requirement
Act as catalyst for implementation of savings within CAPEX & MRO, e.g. through standardization, frame agreements, etc.
Establish & maintain competitive CapEx & MRO contracts for relevant Global suppliers
Acquire information and best practice and share it all regions
Develop and report relevant data related to target setting, savings and budget processes
Drive local monitoring of TCO and ensure regular feedback form local business units
Establish a supplier evaluation scheme for MRO/TCO contracts
Target lowest global cost for Carlsberg Breweries
Keep Preferred Manufacturers list up-to-date (Supplier Panel)
Assist in development of supporting procurement systems and processes
Actively support central and national business and budget plans
Represent Group Procurement in strategic MRO projects with suppliers, securing successful implementation and ensuring optimized synergy savings and lowest TCO from a Group point of view

Negotiation and supplier relationship skills

Lead negotiations on Group level
Target lowest global costs and highest value for Carlsberg Breweries
Ensure Carlsberg is the preferred customer for key suppliers.
Carry out SRM, develop qualified CapEx & MRO supplier pool

Project management

Continuously analyse the supply market to identify new opportunities
Align with all relevant business functions in achieving strategic company targets
Secure sharing of information and support for the local organisations and business units
Develop and participate in cross functional teams

Continuous improvement of value and quality

Implement, support and ensure the use of relevant strategic and tactical sourcing processes in regard to sourcing of indirect services across the group
Identify and implement cost savings opportunities
Communicate, co-operate and involve relevant stakeholders in order to drive the overall strategy.
Support and actively promote the Procurement function
Engage and secure an open and direct dialogue with stakeholders

If you feel that you are ready for such a challenge and that you meet the above requirements, then apply through the link. Application deadline: May 22nd, 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.