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Join us as our new Strategic Sourcing Project Manager MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) within Global Indirect Procurement.

The role & your impact
You will join Global Indirect Procurement – a collaborative and diverse global team of highly professional colleagues. We offer an environment focused on learning, development, and knowledge sharing, where your ideas and contributions are valued.

In this role, you will play a key part in shaping and executing the MRO category strategy for the newly consolidated Novonesis. You will work closely with the Global Category Lead and stakeholders across the organization, contributing to projects that drive savings, contract coverage, digitalization, and sustainability.

At Novonesis, you will have the opportunity to grow your procurement expertise and make a meaningful impact on our operations, our customers, and the world.

Your responsibilities :

• Support and lead sourcing activities, combining hands-on operational tasks, e.g. contract follow-up and supplier performance supporting the Maintenance Excellence Program with strategic input to shape and execute the MRO category strategy
• Drive procurement excellence by executing category initiatives focused on savings, contract coverage, digitalization, sustainability, and continuous improvement
• Negotiate supplier contracts and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize Total Cost of Ownership, sustainability, and business outcomes
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic environment, ensuring clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and realization of sourcing benefits
• Implement new processes and contracts, lead change management activities, and monitor performance through reporting and supplier reviews to secure lasting impact

What you will need to be successful:

• Hold a relevant master’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain, economics, or a related field within MRO procurement
• Work professionally in both written and spoken English in a global organization
• Have well-developed interpersonal skills and experience with stakeholder management across functions and cultures
• Experience working with quantitative data to generate ideas, develop business cases, and validate opportunities
• Display a structured and proactive approach with the ability to take initiative
• Communicate clearly and concisely, and feel comfortable facilitating meetings, making recommendations, and presenting to senior management

Additional skills & interests we value:

• Bring an ability to learn quickly and the ability to take on new projects and activities
• A motivation to achieve results and foster a positive atmosphere
• Have an interest and openness to explore technological opportunities such as AI and robotics
• Show engagement in sustainability and an interest in contributing to a positive impact on the world

On a personal level, you should be a collaborative team member who contri-butes to diverse, international professional groups and has a keen eye for detail, along with an interest in process improvement and simplification. Additionally, we expect you to be curious and focused on identifying solutions with an explorative mindset.

Ways of Working:

• Primary location is Hørsholm with close interaction with stakeholders across Denmark and USA - globally
• We offer a hybrid working model supporting a strong work-life balance. Limited travel activity is expected
• You will report to the Head of Global Indirect Procurement

Compensation & Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package and a harmonious work-life balance within a well-established and sociable team.

Application deadline: June 14th, 2026.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early application is encouraged.

Contact information: Global MRO Category Lead Martin Ridorf-Hansen at MARD@novonesis.com or MRO Category Manager Peter Molin at PHI@novonesis.com.

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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