NUTRAQ AS

Oslo

Henriette Warme Drake

Researcher

Sara Göthe

Recruitment Partner

Christina Waale Salomaa

Recruitment Manager

Our Group Procurement Manager will be responsible for the corporate procurement process in NutraQ, including but not limited to important sourcing and marketing agreements as well as other strategic agreements. You will have responsibility for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and projects that will be realizing synergies and add value and efficiency to the organisation.<br />
The Group Procurement Manager will have a central role in the Finance department reporting to the CFO and be part of his management group. The Group Procurement Manager will also be affiliated with the large professional procurement network in Orkla, drawing on both training, development, resources and category insights, as well as being the key point of contact towards the central Orkla Group Procurement and Orkla Health Group.
<h3><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></h3>
As our new Group Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for developing a strategic approach to the corporate procurement and manage the operational process from assessment to implementation of cost synergies. This role requires good commercial understanding and ability to analyse and drive procurement insights across different data sources, such as spend, contracts and suppliers.<br />
You have a solid track-record of negotiating agreements on a broad range of areas, preferably within B2C / FMCG.
<h3><strong>Your main responsibilities:</strong></h3>

<ul><li>Generate procurement initiatives across the NutraQ Group to capture value and deliver on KPIs</li><li>Identify, evaluate (in collaboration with R&amp;D/Supply), select suppliers, prepare, negotiate and conclude agreements</li><li>Lead key procurement initiatives and projects</li><li>Contribute to the execution of the Groups procurement strategy by bringing in market intelligence in cooperation with Orkla Group Procurement and Orkla Health Group, and other external information sources on a regular basis</li><li>Establish and maintain relevant relationships with Orklas procurement functions</li><li>Maintain relationship with marketing, supply, R&amp;D, finance, legal and Group management to enable execution on procurement initiatives</li><li>Establish and maintain relationship with external partners</li></ul>

<h3><strong>Qualifications:</strong></h3>

<ul><li>Higher degree in finance, business administration or equivalent business degrees.  </li><li>Minimum 3-5 years’ experience from similar procurement roles.</li><li>Procurement and project management certification will be a plus (i.e. APICS’s CSCP, ISM’s CPSM or equivalent)</li><li>Fluent in English – both written and oral skills</li></ul>

<h3><strong>Personal skills:</strong></h3>

<ul><li>You are known for strong personal drive and curiosity.</li><li>Solid analytical skills and financial knowledge.</li><li>You have strong business understanding and bring your ideas to the table.</li><li>The ability to communicate, network and maintain good relationships.</li><li>You have a strong willingness to learn and adapt in a continuously fast-changing and growing environment.</li></ul>

<h3><strong>What can we offer our new colleague? </strong></h3>

<ul><li>New and modern offices at Skøyen (Sjølystplass 3) with parking opportunities.</li><li>Global influence by being part of an exciting growth journey with substantial opportunities for professional development and execution of comprehensive strategic plans and projects.</li><li>International working environment with a strong culture we are proud of.</li><li>High level of autonomy, flexibility and impact on the day-to-day business and decisions.</li><li>Competitive benefit package including free physical treatments during working hours, attractive pension- and insurance scheme, and company apartments in Trysil and Marbella.</li></ul>
<strong>Workplace: </strong>Oslo, however some travelling is expected.<br />
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<strong>NutraQ</strong> group is a leading international company within the health and beauty industry, owned by Orkla.<br />
We develop, produce and distribute a broad range of products directly to consumers through a digital and non-binding subscription-based business model with a turnover north of 1,4 billion NOK.<br />
With a robust presence in more than 15 European countries and the USA, NutraQ holds a strong commercial standing with high standards and integrity. The NutraQ headquarters is located in central Oslo.<br />
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We are more than 230 dedicated employees representing a value chain consistent of marketing specialists, finance and procurement, IT and business intelligence, researchers and developers, HR and legal, all with one purpose in common – always searching for new sources to help people live better everyday lives. Our unique culture is based on our core values: <strong>Responsible</strong>, <strong>Respectful</strong>, <strong>Brave</strong> and <strong>Innovative</strong>. With more than 26 different nationalities and English as our corporate language NutraQ embraces diversity and inclusion.

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