Strategic Sourcing Project Manager

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

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in Kolding, Denmark, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Project Manager to lead sourcing of 500+ parts and develop preferred supplier strategies to secure a reliable, sustainable supply for production and distribution.

You will optimize supplier bases, collaborate with R&D and production, and travel 10–20 days yearly. Requirements: 5–10 years in strategic procurement, supplier management, PPAP/Lean Six Sigma, and fluent English (Danish a plus).

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in strategic procurement or sourcing.
• Proven leadership of sourcing or cross‑functional projects with measurable results.
• Experience with supplier management, supplier development, and optimizing supplier bases.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects covering 500+ parts and develop preferred supplier strategies.
• Optimize supplier base across cost, quality, delivery, safety, sustainability, and compliance.
• Ensure continuity and reliability of supply for production and distribution.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Management, Production and other stakeholders.
• Analyze spend and supplier performance to support decisions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

PPAP

Lean Six Sigma

English fluency

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. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140‑year‑old start‑up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

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 prioritise 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.

Contact

For more information, please contact Sourcing and Purchasing Manager, Jakob Klinggaard on [phone], [e-mail] Senior Talent acquisition Partner, Claus Wiinholt [e-mail]

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. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140‑year‑old start‑up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.