Service-minded Procurement Specialist for AJ Vaccines

Service-minded Procurement Specialist for AJ Vaccines We save lives worldwide; Would you like to join us? We are currently looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our team. Together with your fellow colleagues, you will be responsible for buying the right products and services, at the right time, in the right quantity and quality in order to not disrupt our production while minimizing our value on stock. You will get to know a lot of colleagues and create a strong network both inside and outside the company. Finally, we are in the process of redesigning our procurement processes and we expect you to be an active part of this continuous amelioration project. Team responsibilities and ambitions As a Procurement Specialist, you will be an integral part of our dynamic procurement team within the Supply Chain department. Our team handles the procurement of a diverse range of items, from GMP-regulated goods crucial to our final product to everyday office supplies like pens and papers. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is considered equal in terms of responsibilities, acknowledging and leveraging individual strengths. We are service-minded, detail-oriented while also able to enjoy a good laugh, several times a day! We are facing exciting challenges like redesigning and/or improving internal processes, facilitating the migration to an updated ERP, aiming for more sustainability among many others. The Procurement team is composed of four dedicated individuals, including three purchasers and one assistant. Our team plays a pivotal role in the larger context of our organization's Supply Chain department. We operate under the leadership of the Supply Chain Manager, who oversees not only procurement but also manages responsibilities related to planning, warehouse operations, serialization, and other support roles. Your work tasks This position will mostly consist of routine tasks. You can expect 80% of your schedule to be repetitive work, such as:

• Order management (placing them, following up).
• Create and maintain (master)data in the ERP system.
• Invoice management, with the support of the finance team.
• Claim management, with the support of our quality department.

For the 20% left, you can expect to be part of various project, reaching from starting a new production to sourcing more sustainable material. Who are you? On a personal level, we expect you to be:

• Highly service-minded, always thinking on how you can best support people reaching out for your help. Patiently solving issues, always with a smile.
• Structured in your personal work, both autonomous but also eager to spare with colleagues.
• Computer-savvy and data enthusiast.
• Able to embrace change (we are improving a lot of internal process and changing our ERP system in the coming months).
• Keen on growing and fostering relationships both within and outside the company.

Moreover, you should possess:

• 3 years of experience in a purchasing function.
• Danish and English – professional level – oral & written.
• ERP knowledge – we use SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite (mostly Outlook & Excel).

It is a great plus if you have:

• Experience in working in a GMP environment.
• Experience in negotiations.
• Skills in Power BI (or another BI software).

We offer This is an opportunity to influence our key processes of procurement, with a wide array of possibilities for your thoughts and ideas to be implemented. We pride ourselves in our approach to a workplace that focuses on both professional development while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. At AJ Vaccines, you’ll enjoy the benefits of a flexible work schedule, including the option to work remotely from home 1-2 days a week. Join a closely-knit team where nobody stays behind and there is no pointing fingers. We actively support and encourage each other on a daily basis to achieve our targets, and our team is guided by a fundamental principle of trust and transparency in all interactions. Additionally, we implement annual development plans collaboratively crafted between employees and managers, facilitating the attainment of the professional targets we set for ourselves. We have social gatherings several times per quarter where we celebrate various event ranging from Christmas to Diwali, Carnival or just find an excuse to be together like going out for ice cream or hosting a cheese-based dinner! Interested? Please submit your application online by uploading your CV. As we are reviewing applications and conducting interviews continuously, we recommend applying at your earliest convenience. At AJ Vaccines, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants. Consequently, we kindly request that you refrain from including a photo in your CV. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Mélanie F. Hansen, Supply Chain Manager, directly by LinkedIn message, or on tel. +45 41 51 60 54, or via meia@ajvaccines.com. Become a part of AJ Vaccines From our headquarters in Copenhagen, we develop and manufacture vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutic solutions for the world. We are proud to contribute to disease control in more than 50 countries through our collaboration with WHO and UNICEF. We have more than 600 colleagues, and we pride ourselves on being a diverse workforce with passports from 37 nationalities.   Being part of AJ Vaccines means joining a common mission towards a healthier and safer world. Whether you're an experienced professional or an emerging talent, you'll find a platform here to contribute, innovate, and create meaningful change. #J-18808-Ljbffr