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Kolding, Region Syddanmark, Danmark
Onsite
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
At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.
We are currently hiring two Global Strategic Purchasers to join our team.
As a member of our team, you thrive in a truly diverse workplace based on empowerment. You are here to make a difference. Constantly building bridges to the future with sustainable solutions that have an impact on our planet’s most urgent problems. Making the world a better place. Every day.
Alfa Laval Global Sourcing interacts with our Product Groups and Business Units securing optimal supplier performance for all our product needs. Under the umbrella of “One Alfa Laval Sourcing”, we work in collaboration with our global colleagues following our key priorities Sustainability, Safety, Quality, Delivery on Time and Cost.
As a Global Strategic Purchaser, your job includes:
An important part of the job is to be updated on the international metal market and follow development of e.g. new materials, processes and markets in order to be a professional counterpart to our world wide suppliers.
You report to the Global Purchasing Manager. The position requires 40-60 travel days per year. This position can be based in our Kolding, Lund, Søborg, Aalborg or Flemingsberg locations.
Who are you
You achieve results through close co-operation with our manufacturing sites, material experts, global purchasing offices, and R&D.
A team player, with the ability to build trustful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
You are an idea generator, who can drive various activities in an efficient and persistent way, yet with an understanding of showing respect and taking into account various internal parameters and cultures.
What you know
For more information, please contact
Claus Möller, Global Purchasing Manager at +4528954527 or claus.moller@alfalaval.com or Raquel Herndon, Talent Acquisition Partner at raquel.herndon@alfalaval.com
For union information in Lund, please contact:
Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna, johan.ranhog@alfalaval.com
Monica Anderberg, Unionen, monica.anderberg@alfalaval.com
Stefan Sandell, Ledarna, stefan.sandell@alfalaval.com
For union information in Stockholm, please contact
Axel Schäring, Akademikerna, axel.scharing@alfalaval.com
Anders Jansson, Unionen, anders.jansson@alfalaval.com
We are conducting a continuous review of received applications.
We do not accept applications via email, due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Please send your application no later than October 18th, 2026. We will remove the job advert from our website as soon as we have found the right candidate, so don't wait too long!
At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in one of the specified locations or have an established presence in the area.
As part of Alfa Laval’s commitment to a safe and healthy workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role, and alcohol and drug testing is applied during the pre‑employment process for candidates in Sweden.
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