Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist - electronic components

Demant develops and produces cutting-edge, high-quality hearing aids. Our focus is helping people with hearing loss to get a better quality of life all over the world.

 
Demant in Ballerup is the global competence center for microelectronics and the main production site for amplifiers used in Demant’s hearing aids. We strive to obtain a state-of-the-art production setup and use the latest technology, enabling us to produce world-class amplifiers.

Our current Purchasing Specialist is after a long career retiring, why we are looking for a new colleague to join our workforce doing operational purchasing.

The Global Amplifiers Purchasing Team

You will join a team of four people, each working with different suppliers and managing wide portfolio of Electrocomponents used in our production.

You will be based in Denmark, working from our site in Ballerup, but you will also be an active part of our purchasing team in Poland.

Your manager is Monika Iwanicka-Dąbrowska, Senior Manager, GA Purchasing, Planning & Purchasing SMD. Like the rest of the team, Monika has a big motivation for this field and will be a good sparring partner to you.

As Monica is based in Poland your daily host in Ballerup will be Louise Ottesen, Director, Supply Chain.

In the team we believe that the best results come from a fruitful team effort. We support each other and constantly share feedback and knowledge to improve our results. We have an informal and creative atmosphere where respect is pivotal, and we work towards a common goal. Despite the professional work atmosphere, a good laugh is never far away.

About the job

As a Purchasing Specialist, you ensure the day-to-day operation of purchases to ensure components availability for production sites in Danmark and Poland.

You will be responsible for procurement of electronic components, including PCBs, resistors, capacitors, diodes, and integrated circuits, in accordance with production requirements utilizing the ERP system.

You will collaborate closely with different teams to assure best results in securing components for amplifiers mass production.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Create purchase orders in ERP system (QAD) for our suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships under a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) framework.
• Partner with Category Managers to align supplier setup and strategy.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and materials through close supplier contact and follow-up.
• Handle order and delivery confirmations as well as potential quantity, price deviations in deliveries.
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders (production, warehouse, quality, finance) to ensure correct procurement and delivery.
• Maintain master data in the ERP system (items, suppliers, delivery conditions- VMI or standard purchase orders, safety stocks, reorder points, order quantities, MOQ, etc.)  to maintain optimal components stock level.
• Follow-up on supplier performance according to the internal procedure.
• Contribute to continuous improvements of purchasing processes and optimization of the supply chain.

As the job is onsite Ballerup, it is important you can start here from day one. We have a flexible work setup and working from home is possible.

What we offer

When joining us, you will be introduced to an onboarding plan with a thorough introduction program. For us it is essential that you get a proper introduction to your new role and learn about the different business areas.

You will be assigned to a mentor from the team, who will make sure you get all the necessary information about how we work and the new surroundings.

We promote a diverse and inclusive culture that values your input, with a high focus on your well-being, supported by health programs and a positive work atmosphere. We are committed to our employees’ well-being, and at our headquarters just a few kilometers from Ballerup you will get the opportunity to join different social activities, clubs, fitness etc.

We encourage you to develop your career. If you wish, you can advance your skills, pursue a specialized career path, or perhaps take on a new role. Of course, it all depends on timing as well. As you may sense, we would like to keep you in Demant for as long as possible.

Your Profile 

We are looking for a candidate who has:

• 2-3 years of experience from a similar role within operational purchasing, supply chain, logistics or similar. Previous experience in sourcing electronic components will be considered an advantage.
• Good IT skills, including experience with ERP systems and MS Office.
• Ability to work in a structured and detail-oriented manner with a focus on deadlines.
• Good communication skills for collaboration across the organization and suppliers.
• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
• Solution-oriented and able to maintain an overview.

Become part of Demant 

If you want to be part of a company who are forerunners of new technologies, processes and production options and an innovative and attractive working environment, hurry to apply for this position. 

Send your application and CV no later than 16th of November 2025.  

We expect to have the first interview on the 20th of November 2025 and the second interview on the 25th and 26th of November 2025.  

Please note we only accept applications through our online application system.  

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Monika Iwanicka-Dąbrowska, Senior Manager, GA Purchasing, Planning & Purchasing SMD at moiw@demant.com.

Please note we are not interested in inquiries from external suppliers. 

We look forward to hearing from you. 

At Demant we value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from alle qualified candidates regardless of ethnic background, personality, age, gender, and education. Diversity is part of our cultural DNA. Women in STEM areas are particularly encouraged to apply, as Demant supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality.  #LI-HYBRID #LI-BS1