Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of strategic procurement within GEA? We are looking for an experienced Strategic Buyer Mechanical to join our Procurement &amp; Supply Chain organization in Søborg. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established strategic procurement team that is helping transform procurement from an operational function into a strategic business partner.Responsibilities / TasksAs Strategic Buyer Mechanical, you will be responsible for both external and internal suppliers within the mechanical category for the Søborg site. Working closely with local stakeholders, global category management, and suppliers, you will drive strategic initiatives that strengthen competitiveness and supply security.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Developing and implementing site-specific category strategies for the mechanical category.</li><li>Managing supplier relationships and acting as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned suppliers.</li><li>Driving supplier development initiatives, innovation programs, and continuous improvement activities.</li><li>Running RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier selection activities in alignment with business and category strategies.</li><li>Supporting project procurement activities during both pre-sales and project execution phases.</li><li>Monitoring supplier performance across quality, delivery, capacity, sustainability, and commercial performance.</li><li>Leading supplier review meetings and maintaining supplier development roadmaps.</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and the global procurement organization.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsTo succeed in this role, you bring both strategic procurement expertise and strong commercial knowledge. In addition, we imagine that you have:<ul><li>A bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a similar relevant field.</li><li>10+ years of experience in strategic procurement.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and experience handling complex commercial negotiations.</li><li>Experience with contract and framework agreement management.</li><li>Solid analytical skills and experience with cost analysis and market analysis.</li><li>Experience working in complex, international organizations.</li><li>Knowledge of procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, SAP CP</li><li>Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.</li></ul>As a person, you are a strong relationship builder who creates trust with stakeholders and suppliers. Your strategic, analytical, and business-oriented approach allows you to be comfortable in navigating change and driving improvements in a dynamic environment.Would you like to know more?If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please contact Sr. Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Director, Lars Holm-Pedersen, at +45 2834 2708.We will process the applications as we receive them, so please submit your application as soon as possible.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.

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Strategic Buyer Mechanical

Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of strategic procurement within GEA? We are looking for an experienced Strategic Buyer Mechanical to join our Procurement &amp; Supply Chain organization in Søborg. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established strategic procurement team that is helping transform procurement from an operational function into a strategic business partner.Responsibilities / TasksAs Strategic Buyer Mechanical, you will be responsible for both external and internal suppliers within the mechanical category for the Søborg site. Working closely with local stakeholders, global category management, and suppliers, you will drive strategic initiatives that strengthen competitiveness and supply security.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Developing and implementing site-specific category strategies for the mechanical category.</li><li>Managing supplier relationships and acting as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned suppliers.</li><li>Driving supplier development initiatives, innovation programs, and continuous improvement activities.</li><li>Running RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier selection activities in alignment with business and category strategies.</li><li>Supporting project procurement activities during both pre-sales and project execution phases.</li><li>Monitoring supplier performance across quality, delivery, capacity, sustainability, and commercial performance.</li><li>Leading supplier review meetings and maintaining supplier development roadmaps.</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and the global procurement organization.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsTo succeed in this role, you bring both strategic procurement expertise and strong commercial knowledge. In addition, we imagine that you have:<ul><li>A bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a similar relevant field.</li><li>10+ years of experience in strategic procurement.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and experience handling complex commercial negotiations.</li><li>Experience with contract and framework agreement management.</li><li>Solid analytical skills and experience with cost analysis and market analysis.</li><li>Experience working in complex, international organizations.</li><li>Knowledge of procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, SAP CP</li><li>Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.</li></ul>As a person, you are a strong relationship builder who creates trust with stakeholders and suppliers. Your strategic, analytical, and business-oriented approach allows you to be comfortable in navigating change and driving improvements in a dynamic environment.Would you like to know more?If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please contact Sr. Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Director, Lars Holm-Pedersen, at +45 2834 2708.We will process the applications as we receive them, so please submit your application as soon as possible.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.

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