Procurement Analyst - Dedicated to direct sourcing categories - Aarhus

Can you help us create value with Ariba sourcing tools, conducting global e-auctions, analyses and tender support in our global Procurement organization? Will you be able to provide our Procurement Sourcing responsibles with expert analysis of pricing structures, market benchmarks, strategic support and advice to design sourcing projects in the most feasible way? Do you have digital mindset and can you influence others in this regards? And are you already skilled within the usage and design of e-sourcing approaches such as e-auction, eRFI and eRFX?

If so, you should apply for this position as Procurement Analyst, based in our headquarters in Aarhus. Arla’s Procurement function are spread across Denmark, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, UK, Poland and Hong Kong. On behalf of our global organization we manage procurement activities of an annual spend of approximately 3.5 billion EUR.

“As a member of the Procurement analyst team, you ensure our purchasers perform the best way possible.You analyze and implement sourcing best practices and are accountable for providing all necessary facts, analysis and business cases to make the most of the sourcing projects. In this way, you draw attention to the actual situation and contribute to shaping an efficient procurement organization.” says Procurement Director, Ninna Normand Helles.

Skilled Analyst in Procurement

You act as a strategic partner to the Category Managers in Procurement, and with your detailed knowledge of sourcing tools and approached, you support the Category Managers to design the sourcing project in the most feasible way – every time. You provide detailed and expert analysis of data prepare and define sourcing projects and to identify negotiation levers. You also play a key role in analyzing and comparing supplier offers, calculating savings and identifying opportunities to optimize ways of working. As Procurement Analyst you will be part of an exciting transformation journey where your ability to identify, combine, and utilize internal and external data is key to your success.