Strategic Purchaser

Marel A/S; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel in Aarhus is seeking a Strategic Purchaser to drive category management and supplier collaboration for electrical components. You will lead negotiations and pricing strategies, ensure supplier performance, and support cross-functional teams in a dynamic, international manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes continuous procurement improvements, lifecycle monitoring, and close collaboration with production, planning, and engineering to enable sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience within strategic procurement, preferably in manufacturing and with electrical components.
• Strong negotiating and commercial mindset with supplier focus.
• Experience with electrical components, SAP ECC/PLM is a plus.
• Fluent in Danish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Category management and supplier strategies for electrical components.
• Contract negotiations and pricing agreements.
• Supplier performance management and supplier consolidation.
• Market analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessment.
• Support development projects and production with procurement expertise.
• Drive continuous improvements across procurement processes and data.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor component lifecycle and availability.

Skills

Category management

Negotiations

Supplier management

Market analysis

Excel

Should-cost analysis

Danish language

English language

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP ECC

PLM

Excel

Job description

Strategic Purchaser Do you thrive in a strategic procurement role where commercial mindset, supplier collaboration, and business impact go hand in hand? Are you motivated by driving improvements and building strong supplier relationships in an international manufacturing environment? Then you could be our new Strategic Purchaser at JBT Marel in Aarhus. A key role in our procurement team As Strategic Purchaser, you will play an important role in supporting JBT Marel’s growth journey by managing selected component categories for our Aarhus production. You will join a strong and collaborative procurement team and work closely with colleagues across Procurement, Production, Planning, Engineering, and Supply Chain. The role combines strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic international environment.

Your primary responsibilities

Category management incl. developing and executing procurement and supplier strategies -mainly for electrical components Contract negotiations and pricing agreements Supplier performance management and supplier consolidation Market analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessment Supporting development projects and production with procurement expertise Driving continuous improvements across procurement processes and data Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders Supporting supply chain readiness for future growth ambitions Proactively monitor component lifecycle and availability

Who we are looking for

We imagine you: Have 3–5 years of experience within strategic procurement, preferably in manufacturing and with electrical components Are commercially strong and confident in negotiations Strong understanding of electronic components Work analytically, proactively, and independently Demonstrates a proactive, forward‑looking mindset, and act according to this. Thrive in a dynamic and international environment See challenges or unforeseen issues as opportunities, and a positive approach to resolving them efficiently Build strong relationships and collaborate across functions Are comfortable navigating complexity and shifting priorities Are disciplined and persistent, with a strong ability and flexibility to meet deadlines. Proven ability to identify and implement cost‑reduction initiatives, including experience with should‑cost analysis and pricing models Have strong Excel skills; SAP ECC and PLM experience are an advantage Are fluent in Danish and English, written and spoken Contribute positively to a work environment characterized by trust, good humor, openness, and a solution‑oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality and collaboration. Experience with technical specifications or electrical components is considered a significant advantage.

What we offer

• A strategic role with broad business exposure
• International collaboration across the JBT Marel Group
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• A culture built on trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement

At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.