Senior Procurement Specialist - Indirect Goods & Services to Coop Trading A/S

Senior Procurement Specialist - Indirect Goods & Services to Coop Trading A/S

Coop Trading

Annonce slut:
02.08.2026

Jobnummer:
159757

Senior Procurement Specialist – Indirect Goods & Services Do you want to create measurable business value through strategic sourcing across the Nordics? Then keep reading!

As our new Senior Procurement Specialist, IGS you will play a key role in developing category strategies, leading sourcing initiatives, and delivering savings that support the overall IGS agenda.
Working closely with stakeholders across the Nordic markets, you will identify opportunities, strengthen supplier performance, and create measurable value through effective procurement and commercial decision-making.

Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will join our Indirect Goods & Services (IGS) team and play a key role in shaping the future IGS agenda across the Nordics.

Key Responsibilities
The role includes a broad range of responsibilities, including:
• Develop and execute category strategies across assigned indirect goods and services categories
• Deliver cost savings, working capital improvements, and other value-creation initiatives
• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects, including analysis, tender management, supplier selection, negotiation, and implementation
• Negotiate and manage commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with procurement governance and policies
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Provide strategic procurement support and advisory to internal stakeholders across the Nordic organizations
• Utilize market insights, benchmarking, and data analysis to support decision-making and identify new opportunities
• Drive process improvements and contribute to the ongoing development of procurement tools and best practices

To Succeed in the Role
You combine commercial acumen with a structured and analytical approach, enabling you to drive projects and create alignment across multiple stakeholders.

We imagine that you have:
• Significant experience within strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management
• A proven track record of delivering savings and driving business improvements
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex commercial agreements
• Experience leading cross-functional projects in an international or matrix organization
• Solid analytical capabilities and the ability to transform insights into actionable recommendations
• Experience working with supplier management, performance frameworks, and portfolio optimization
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and sourcing methodologies
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with procurement systems and data-driven decision-making
• Fluency in English and at least one Nordic language

Personal Competencies
We are looking for a proactive team player who can combine strategic thinking with strong execution skills.

You:
• Build trust and credibility through strong communication and collaboration
• Take ownership and drive initiatives independently from idea to implementation
• Influence stakeholders and create commitment across functions and markets
• Navigate in complex environments with confidence and professionalism
• Remain focused and resilient when managing multiple priorities
• Thrive in a changing environment and embrace new ways of working
• Approach challenges with curiosity, pragmatism, and a solution-oriented mindset
• Balance long-term opportunities with operational execution

What We Offer
• An exciting and challenging role with significant business impact
• The opportunity to influence sourcing strategies across the Nordic market
• Collaboration with skilled colleagues and stakeholders in four countries
• A dynamic and international work environment
• Excellent opportunities for professional and personal development
• A culture built on trust, teamwork, ambition, and professionalism
• Competitive salary, pension scheme, and attractive employee benefits
• Flexibility and a healthy work-life balance

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join Coop Trading's Procurement team, please send us your application and CV no later than 2nd of August, 2026 . We review applications on an on-going basis and expect to conduct interviews in mid-August 2026.

Place of work: Skelbækgade 2, DK-1717 Copenhagen (Vesterbro, Copenhagen)

You are expected to work from the office each week; however, remote work on certain days is possible by agreement with your manager.

You can expect 20-35 travel days per year with the possibility of overnight stays.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Senior Procurement Specialist Michael Andersen at Se telefonnummer på jobbank.dk.

About us:
Coop Trading’s purpose is to make a better every day through leading Nordic private brands for 27 million Nordic consumers delivering the best quality products at a fair price. Our portfolio encompasses both food and daily non-food items within our private brands: Xtra, Coop, and Änglamark.
Coop Trading represents Coop in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, as well as SOK in Finland. Through our private brands, we are proud to be present on every third dinner table in Nordic homes. On behalf of our four partners, we develop products for our private brand portfolio through innovation, product development, and negotiating Nordic agreements.
Coop Trading is a dynamic, responsible, and ambitious workplace. We are 140 dedicated professionals in Denmark and in Spain, as well as a network of trusted partners across the Nordic region. We work to challenge the status quo delivering the best and most innovative private brand products.
A cornerstone of our identity is our continuous commitment to fostering an engaging and appreciative work environment and to being an exceptional place to work.

We want to create equal opportunities for everyone and ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process. It is therefore up to you whether you wish to attach an application letter and a photo.

At Coop Trading, we aim to create an Inclusive and diverse environment, and we actively search for qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability or age. You will be part of a diverse and Inclusive company. where we see diversity as a strength.

Coop Trading is developing and sourcing products to make the everyday life better for 27 millon Nordic consumers by leading Nordic private brands: Xtra, Coop, and Anglamark.

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Jobnummer:
159757

Jobdefinition:
Kontor

Job type:
Fuldtid

Region:
Region Hovedstaden

Virksomhed:
Coop Trading A/S (DK20406194)