Global Sourcing Leader

Alfa Laval Corporate AB; Nakskov; On-site; DKK 373,692,000 - 523,169,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval Corporate AB in Nakskov seeks a Global Strategic Purchaser to own the worldwide sourcing strategy for a key sub-commodity group with €50–70M annual spend. You will shape supplier strategy, manage costs and supply risk, and collaborate with factories, R&D and product teams across the globe.

The role combines strategic category management, international negotiations and supplier development, with the opportunity to lead sourcing during disruptions and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic purchasing across international context.
• Strong negotiations and supplier management capabilities.
• Experience handling complex supplier portfolios and multi-site governance.
• Knowledge of contract management and value optimization.
• Excellent analytical thinking and stakeholder communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement the global sourcing strategy for your assigned sub-commodity group.
• Optimize the global supplier base and supply chain to improve cost, quality, delivery and resilience.
• Lead international supplier negotiations and secure robust commercial agreements and contract coverage.
• Drive supplier performance, consolidation and continuous improvement.
• Partner with R&D and Product Management on sourcing for new product development.
• Lead sourcing activities during supply disruptions, quality issues and other supplier-related crises.
• Collaborate with factories, distribution centers, product centers and local and global purchasing teams.
• Ensure supplier compliance with Alfa Laval’s sustainability, regulatory and business requirements.
• Identify and drive opportunities for digitalization, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Skills

International negotiations

Supplier relationship

Strategic purchasing

Contract management

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering/Supply Chain/Business

Job description

Alfa Laval Corporate AB in Nakskov seeks a Global Strategic Purchaser to own the worldwide sourcing strategy for a key sub-commodity group with €50–70M annual spend. You will shape supplier strategy, manage costs and supply risk, and collaborate with factories, R&D and product teams across the globe.

The role combines strategic category management, international negotiations and supplier development, with the opportunity to lead sourcing during disruptions and drive continuous improvement.