Strategic Sourcing Project Manager

Alfa Laval; Kolding; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval in Denmark is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Project Manager to lead elastomer sourcing initiatives, managing an annual spend of more than DKK 100 million.

You will partner with R&D, Product Management and Production to develop preferred supplier strategies, secure reliable deliveries and drive improvements across cost, quality and compliance.

The role is based in Kolding, Denmark, with 10–20 travel days annually and demands strong collaboration, ownership and stakeholder alignment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in strategic procurement or sourcing, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience leading sourcing or cross-functional projects and delivering measurable results.
• Experience with supplier management, supplier development, and optimizing supplier bases.
• Skilled in PPAP and Lean Six Sigma tools and have used them to drive measurable improvements.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and building alignment across functions and suppliers.
• English fluency; Danish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects covering 500+ parts, with a focus on developing and implementing preferred supplier strategies.
• Optimize the supplier base across cost, quality, delivery, safety, sustainability, and compliance.
• Ensure continuity and reliability of supply for our production and distribution operations.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving continuous improvement and performance.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Production, and other stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Analyze spend, supplier performance, and market data to identify opportunities and support fact-based decision-making.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with relevant legislation, company policies, and business requirements.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen our supply chain and contribute to an improved overall customer experience.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier management

Cross-functional

PPAP

Lean Six Sigma

English fluency

Danish helpful

Tools

PPAP

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world‑leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

About The Job

As a Strategic Sourcing Project Manager, you will lead strategic sourcing projects within elastomers, with the objective of optimizing our supplier base and managing an annual spend of more than DKK 100 million.

Your focus will be on supporting our Superior Customer Experience Program by ensuring stable and reliable deliveries to our factories and distribution center, without compromising on sustainability, safety, quality, delivery, or cost. The role combines strategic and tactical responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to actively shape our supplier base while aligning sourcing decisions with long‑term business objectives, legislation, and evolving business needs.

You will join our Sourcing team of 16 dedicated professionals; all committed to sourcing excellence. We value respect, collaboration, dedication, and curiosity, and work together to continuously improve and create value for the business. We have a strong we‑oriented mindset, where success is built through collaboration and strong relationships. You will work closely with colleagues across the organization and with our suppliers, using your ability to build trust, influence, and collaboration to drive results and deliver sustainable improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects covering 500+ parts, with a focus on developing and implementing preferred supplier strategies.
• Optimize the supplier base across cost, quality, delivery, safety, sustainability, and compliance.
• Ensure continuity and reliability of supply for our production and distribution operations.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving continuous improvement and performance.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Production, and other stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Analyze spend, supplier performance, and market data to identify opportunities and support fact‑based decision‑making.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with relevant legislation, company policies, and business requirements.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen our supply chain and contribute to an improved overall customer experience.

The position will be based in Kolding, Denmark. Travel activity is expected to be approximately 10-20 days per year.

Who You Are

You are a self‑driven and structured procurement professional who knows how to prioritize tasks and projects for maximum impact. You work confidently with local stakeholders in R&D, Product Management and production and communicate clearly to build strong, effective relationships. You take ownership of your work, regularly reflect and adjust, and are motivated by personal and professional growth.

What You Know

• You bring 5–10 years of experience in strategic procurement or sourcing, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• You have proven experience leading sourcing or cross‑functional projects and delivering measurable results.
• You have experience with supplier management, supplier development, and optimizing supplier bases.
• You are skilled in PPAP and Lean Six Sigma tools and have used them to drive measurable improvements.
• You have experience working with cross‑functional stakeholders and know how to build alignment across functions and with suppliers.
• You communicate fluently in English, both written and spoken. Danish is a plus.

For more information, please contact

Sourcing and Purchasing Manager, Jakob Klinggaard on [phone], [e-mail]

Senior Talent acquisition Partner, Claus Wiinholt [e-mail]

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in Denmark or have an established presence in the area.