Role highlights
Contract
Permanent
Mid
On-site
The Strategic Purchaser role requires mid-level experience in procurement, ideally supported by a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The candidate should possess strong expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and end-to-end procurement processes, with a focus on cost savings and life-cycle management. Experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly involving electronics or mechanical components, is preferred. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential for effective communication within international teams and with global suppliers. Technical skills include advanced Excel capabilities and experience with SAP or other MRP systems for managing supplier, product, and master data. The role demands an analytical and structured approach, high attention to detail, and a strong quality focus, alongside solid commercial awareness. The candidate should be proactive, open-minded, and eager to adopt new IT tools, with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for problem-solving. Responsibilities include leading procurement initiatives, negotiating contracts and pricing, managing supplier relationships to ensure risk mitigation, quality, availability, and cost efficiency, and collaborating closely with quality and planning teams. The role also involves handling supplier claims and deviations, supporting material supply issue resolution, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international regulatory requirements related to import, export, and quality standards. The position requires approximately 20-30 days per year of supplier visits and onsite evaluations, offering opportunities to build global relationships and gain operational insights within a collaborative and innovative environment.
About the role
Strategic Purchaser
About Our Workplace
- Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies
- Leica Machine Control Division develops advanced solutions for construction and heavy machinery industries
- Our systems help customers optimize workflows, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance safety on construction sites
- We value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth in a supportive environment
Role Summary
- Join the Procurement team in Leica Geosystems’ Machine Control Division as a Strategic Purchaser
- Strengthen collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Ensure delivery of top-quality supplies and products by managing commercial relationships, negotiating contracts, and optimizing the supplier portfolio
- Support procurement initiatives and contribute to integration within the global network
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement initiatives focused on cost savings and life-cycle management
- Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships for effective risk management, availability, quality, and cost efficiency
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery performance, and total cost of ownership (TCO)
- Manage supplier, product, and master data within SAP systems
- Collaborate with the Quality team to select, evaluate, and approve new suppliers
- Handle supplier claims and deviations with relevant stakeholders
- Support Planning and Procurement team in resolving material supply issues and identifying alternative sources
- Implement and adapt to evolving regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with domestic and international import, export, and quality standards
Requirements
- Professionally proficient in English, both written and spoken
- Open-minded and eager to learn and adopt new IT tools
- Skilled in Excel; experience with SAP or MRP systems is a strong advantage
- Analytical and structured, with high attention to detail, strong quality focus, and solid commercial awareness
- Outgoing and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for solving challenges
- Experienced in supplier management, contract negotiations, and end-to-end procurement processes
- Educational background relevant to procurement, ideally with experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving electronics or mechanical components
Additional Details
- Expect 20-30 days per year visiting suppliers and conducting onsite evaluations
- Opportunity to build global relationships and gain operational insights
- English is the corporate language; collaborate with international teams and partners
How to Apply
- Apply via the provided link by uploading your CV and cover letter in English
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis; interviews scheduled as relevant candidates apply
- All applications are handled with full confidentiality
Contact for questions:
- Daniel Jaworski, Team Lead for Procurement: +45 21 45 58 46
- Katja Sørensen, HR Business Partner: +45 20 11 17 23
