Indirect Spend Category Manager - Maternity Cover

Semco Maritime A/S; Esbjerg; Hybrid; DKK 520,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Semco Maritime A/S in Esbjerg is seeking an Associate Category Manager for Indirect Spend on a 12-month maternity cover. The role focuses on strategy across facility management, professional services, and travel, with a hands-on approach to negotiations and cost efficiencies.

The position supports Group Support Functions with strategic procurement and day-to-day purchasing activities. You will manage indirect spend, partner with HR, Marketing and IT, and drive supplier performance while

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Strategic Procurement or a related field.
• Experience with indirect spend is advantageous but not required.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Support indirect spend management across facility management and travel.
• Lead supplier negotiations for competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Coordinate purchase orders and invoice handling within P2P processes.
• Maintain expenditure visibility and support budget control.
• Manage Group Travel and supplier relationships for the Semco Group.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Fluent Danish & English

Job description

Semco Maritime A/S in Esbjerg is seeking an Associate Category Manager for Indirect Spend on a 12-month maternity cover. The role focuses on strategy across facility management, professional services, and travel, with a hands-on approach to negotiations and cost efficiencies.

The position supports Group Support Functions with strategic procurement and day-to-day purchasing activities. You will manage indirect spend, partner with HR, Marketing and IT, and drive supplier performance while