Student Assistant, Sustainable Procurement

We are seeking a committed and motivated student assistant to join our Global Procurement team to
assist us reach our innovative decarbonization targets and build governance around Sustainable
Procurement. You will work closely with multiple stakeholders across our Global Procurement team to
support the implementation of sustainable practices in our upstream supply chain. This role offers a
unique opportunity to gain practical experience in sustainable procurement and contribute to our
organization's commitments on decarbonization of our Scope 3 carbon emission footprint.

The ideal candidate is either at the end of the bachelor’s or at the beginning of the Master's, although
this is not a requirement. As we are located in the Copenhagen Metropolitan area, we assume that
you are enrolled (or soon to be) at either Copenhagen Business School, Danish Technical University
or University of Southern Denmark

Responsibilities

1. Research and Analysis:
   Support data collection processes to build the foundation of our Supplier Engagement Programme. Evaluate supplier and industry average information on decarbonization practices, supply chain risks and due diligence.
   
2. Data Management:
   Assist in the collection and maintenance of data related to suppliers' carbon emissions. Support the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and monitor sustainable procurement efforts.
   
3. Supplier Engagement:
   Collaborate with procurement and supply chain team members to engage with suppliers and freight forwarders on sustainability topics. Assist in the evaluation of supplier sustainability performance through surveys, and other
   assessment tools.
   
4. Documentation and Reporting:
   Maintain accurate records, including documentation of supplier agreements and compliance. Support the preparation of regular reports on sustainable procurement metrics and achievements.
   
5. Communication and Training:
   Assist in the development of communication materials to raise awareness of sustainable procurement practices internally and externally. Contribute to the organization of training sessions or workshops for staff on sustainable procurement principles.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student in a relevant field preferably within the fields of Business, Engineering,
  Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, ESG, Circular Economy or similar.
• Genuine and proven interest in sustainability, decarbonization and supply risks
• Advanced research and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint with basic knowledge in Power Bi
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and individually when needed

Duration and Hours

This is a part-time position, with expected 15-25 hours per week. The hours will be flexible in periods of exams to accommodate the student's academic schedule.

Application Process:

Interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and
interest together with the most recent grade transcript. We will begin to invite candidates for interviews
on an ongoing basis and close the application process once we have found the right candidate.

Please direct all questions regarding this position to Jakob J. Fischer Rosenvinge, Manager,
Procurement Excellence & Projects (jbfi@demant.com).

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Apply through the link.