Søborg

Strategic Buyer Indirect

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Are you ready to make a tangible difference in how procurement is managed? And do you want to be a key voice in supplier negotiations and sourcing decisions?

In this role, you will take full ownership of indirect spend at our Søborg site, build sourcing processes from the ground up, and work closely with both local teams and global category management to deliver real business value.

GEA Group – Engineering for a better world

At GEA, we provide cutting-edge equipment and project solutions to the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and dairy industries. With 18,000+ employees across 62 countries, we specialise in sustainable, efficient solutions that optimise production and reduce environmental impact.

You will join a team of 4 strategic buyers at our Søborg site in Denmark – a team in growth mode, building tools, processes, and connections across the organisation. You will also be part of our global indirect procurement network, working with both local and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities / Tasks

As our new Strategic Buyer Indirect, you will manage the indirect spend for the Søborg site, with potential to expand your scope to additional locations. You will drive sourcing excellence, steer supplier performance, and work as a key interface between category management and the business.

More specifically, you will:

  • Run RfX processes, lead negotiations, and award contracts in line with category strategies
  • Provide local feedback to global category strategies and support cost reduction initiatives
  • Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, managing commercial topics, performance issues and sustainability topics

Your Profile / Qualifications

As a skilled negotiator and problem-solver, you are ready to drive procurement value and shape new ways of working. You approach challenges with both strategic perspective and practical execution, and you are comfortable stepping into a newly established role where your input will make a real difference. You know how to build trust across functions and are motivated by seeing ideas turn into results.

In addition, we imagine that you:

  • Have solid experience in sourcing, supplier management and contract negotiation across complex organisations
  • Are confident in engaging with both internal stakeholders and external partners at all levels
  • Are used to taking ownership of tasks and seeing them through to completion
  • Bring a strong commercial mindset paired with analytical thinking and attention to detail
  • Thrive in a role where independence, persistence and resilience are key to making lasting impact

Would you like to know more?

If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please do not hesitate to contact Senior Director Procurement & Supply Chain Lars Holm-Pedersen, phone no. +45 28 34 27 08.

Please apply via the indicated link. Please note that GEA exclusively uses electronic recruiting, and only applications received through our application system will be considered.

Did we spark your interest?

Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Ansættelsestype: Permanent

Hjemmearbejde: Not disclosed

Ugentlig arbejdstid: Full-time

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GEA - We are engineering for a better world

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Joining us, you will meet more than 18,000 dedicated colleagues who work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

The results of our work are in plain view: from safe food and beverages to life-saving medicines – GEA makes it all possible. We also help customers reduce CO2 emissions, safeguard water and reduce and reuse waste.

At GEA, we are:

Here for the better.
In for the better.
Built for the better.

We aim to become the most attractive employer in the engineering industry…

… and to us, that means greater diversity, equal opportunity and integration, and of course, offering long-term career development prospects. Top Employers Institute has already certified us as a Top Employer in five countries.

On a day-to-day basis, we focus on letting our employees do what they do best. Our seasoned colleagues bring vast experience in our field, while new talent bring new ideas, allowing for our culture to keep developing and evolving.

This is also why collaboration across teams and professional areas is important to us. We call it “team up” – an initiative, which allows for processes and collaboration to flow between us.

Our employees also meet for social purposes. So, joining us, you will be able to attend a wide array of activities – from skiing trips over yoga to stand-up comedy.

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Grow at GEA

Your growth matters to us

We help you develop an individual career plan and support you along the way. GEA offers a wide variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Working together, we help you sharpen your skillset to achieve your specific goals.

Each local GEA entity has its own offering for new employees. In addition, we have a global portfolio of diverse benefits and growth opportunities that we offer all employees. 

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We help you thrive

We offer attractive working conditions, recognized by the Top Employers Institute.

GEA ranks among the leading employers in Europe in 2024. The Top Employers Institute has certified the machinery and plant manufacturer as a Top Employer in five countries. Belgium and Portugal were recognized for the first time, while Germany, Poland and Spain were re-certified. GEA aims to receive Top Employer certification also for other countries in 2025.

Your growth can make a global impact

At GEA, you can leverage and further develop your expertise to make a positive impact in the world. From engineering, project management, sales and service, to skilled roles in production, as well as many operational functions. As a professional, you can expect everything but a routine job with us.

We will give you the opportunity to shape a career that meets both your professional and personal goals. Perhaps you want to join our 2-year talent programme? Or you want to attend internal training? More than anything, we can assure you that we will work with you to help you sharpen your skillset and achieve your specific goals.

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