Are you passionate about procurement, technical equipment, and driving cost-effective solutions? Aalborg Portland A/S is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Technical Buyer to join our local Procurement team. Based in Aalborg, this position offers an excellent opportunity to influence sourcing strategies and support critical OPEX and CAPEX investments within a leading industrial company.

As part of our commitment to a greener future, your role will be crucial in executing the sourcing of utilities related to our ambitious carbon capture project. (Carbon Capture and Storage | Aalborg Portland Holding A/S)

About the Role
As a Technical Buyer, you will be essential to our procurement team. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will work with professionals in Denmark, Norway and Italy. You will encourage teamwork and build strong partnerships within the organization. Additionally, you will share best practices and align your style with the team's goals by involving and appreciating contributions.

Your Main Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include optimizing procurement operations, contributing to cost reduction initiatives, and managing sourcing activities for technical equipment and services. You will work in close coordination with both local and regional stakeholders to support production operations and investment projects.

• Lead and execute sourcing projects
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct supplier evaluations and contribute to continuous improvement
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and optimize payment terms
• Manage Investment tender processes in collaboration with key stakeholders in Production, Maintenance and Investment department
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with local and Group Procurement policies and procedures
• Collaborate with your colleagues in the Procurement team to support daily operational procurement activities.
• Manage the technical procurement of components, spare parts, equipment, and service tasks for the company’s cement process plants, based on material and technical specifications, from both domestic and international suppliers.

Your Qualifications
You bring a technical education or a craft-based background, complemented by 3 to 5 years of relevant experience within technical or commercial procurement. You have a solid track record in managing technical project purchasing and are comfortable interpreting technical drawings.

Your understanding of sourcing processes in a manufacturing environment is well-developed, and you are proficient in tools such as SAP, SAP Ariba, and Microsoft Office. With strong analytical capabilities and negotiation skills, you can effectively conduct cost analyses and develop procurement strategies. Additionally, you possess a professional level of English, enabling you to operate confidently in an international business environment.

We offer
Aalborg Portland is an ambitious and professional workplace that, with its high level of professionalism, continually focuses on the employees' professional and personal development through structured development interviews. For the right candidates, there are also many internal career opportunities. We are an informal workplace with a focus on close collaboration, knowledge sharing and free dialogue. In addition, we have a working environment characterized by freedom with responsibility and flexibility.

How to apply
If the position sounds interesting, please send your application and CV. We would like to point out that interviews will be held on an ongoing basis, and therefore we encourage you to send your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the recruitment once the right candidate has been found. Employment will start as soon as possible. 

You can get further information about the position from our Procurement Manager, Lars Vingaa by phone +45 2429 1275.

Aalborg Portland offers equal opportunities for all and have an active focus on fostering a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. In our company employment is based on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and benefits.