Strategic Buyer

Velux Residential; Hørsholm; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Velux Residential is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer to manage sourcing and procurement activities within the assigned area, while developing category strategies and delivering cost reductions. You will lead supplier negotiations, control supplier performance, and collaborate across Marketing, Engineering, Quality and Finance to ensure timely launches and reliable supply.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking with hands-on execution, global supplier partnerships, and ongoing process

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier management and cost reduction initiatives.
• Strong ability to run RFx processes and negotiate terms.
• Analytical mindset with ability to translate requirements into procurement actions.
• Proven stakeholder management across functions and levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and procurement activities within the assigned area.
• Lead cost-down and value-creation initiatives with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business needs.
• Oversee supplier relationships and commercial agreements for performance and supply stability.
• Drive implementation of new suppliers, materials and services and launches.

Skills

Supplier management

Sourcing & negotiations

RFx processes

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Category strategy

Job description

Strategic procurement with real business impact.You will play an important role in ensuring the right materials and services are available at the right quality, cost and time.This position combines strategic procurement with hands-on supplier management, commercial negotiations and close collaboration with stakeholders across the business.You will have the opportunity to contribute to category strategies, identify new opportunities, drive cost-down initiatives and support the successful implementation of new suppliers, materials and services. This is across the Marketing, HR and Travel categoriesMeet your new teamYou will be part of a professional procurement organisation working closely with colleagues across the business and with suppliers around the world.The team works across both direct and indirect procurement and collaborates closely with functions including Marketing, Engineering, Quality, Project Management, Finance, Technical Management and local and regional business stakeholders.The procurement organisation is focused on creating value through strong supplier partnerships, effective category management, standardisation and continuous improvement. Collaboration and a clear understanding of business requirements are central to the way the team works.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build a broad internal and external network and become a trusted procurement partner to the business.You will be based in Hørsholm, Denmark or alternatively in Warsaw, Hamburg or Budapest and some travel can be expected.What you will doYour primary responsibility will be to manage sourcing and procurement activities within the assigned area, while contributing to the development and execution of category strategies.Other key responsibilities:Drive sourcing and category initiatives in line with business requirements, including RFx processes, supplier selection and category strategy execution.Identify and deliver cost-down and value-creation opportunities, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers.Manage supplier relationships and commercial agreements, ensuring strong performance, competitive terms and reliable supply.Lead the implementation of new suppliers, materials and services, ensuring successful and timely delivery of changes and launches.Develop and maintain an effective supplier portfolio, supporting global and regional standardisation, process optimisation and business needs.Build strong stakeholder relationships across functions, ensuring effective collaboration, clear communication and alignment between procurement and the wider business.The role will involve close collaboration with both direct and indirect procurement stakeholders.Who we are looking forThe ideal candidate has a strong commercial mindset combined with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation and with external suppliers.Relevant experience and capabilities include:Supplier management, sourcing and negotiations, including RFx processes and commercial agreements.Strong analytical and commercial skills, with the ability to identify sourcing opportunities, develop procurement solutions and deliver cost reductions and other measurable improvements.The ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective sourcing and procurement activities.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work across functions and organisational levels and build effective supplier relationships.A structured and proactive approach to managing initiatives, priorities and projects from development through to implementation.A successful Strategic Buyer combines strategic thinking with strong execution.The position requires someone who can understand the wider business context while maintaining focus on commercial results, supplier performance and operational delivery.What the role offersThe Global Strategic Buyer will have the opportunity to make a direct contribution to procurement performance and business results. The position provides a broad interface across the organisation, exposure to strategic sourcing and supplier management, and the opportunity to influence how procurement supports the business.The role is suited to a procurement professional who is motivated by creating value, developing strong supplier relationships and finding better ways of working.The successful candidate will contribute to achieving procurement objectives, strengthening supplier partnerships and supporting the continued development of the procurement organisation.