External Production Junior Manager

External Production Junior Manager, Poznań

Temporary employment contract for 12 months 

Role overview

This position is responsible for maintaining all key external production data on suppliers and ensuring all Carlsberg group systems are correct and up to date. Build relationships with suppliers so that the person is a link between Carlsberg and the supplier, to ensure information is up to date and processes are followed. It also involves the identification and introduction of new co-manufacturers to support the company's growth and innovation initiatives.

What you'll be doing

• Maintain databases up to date (SAP, Ariba, etc)
• Support category manager to evaluate new finished good sources of supply for group
• Maintain and improve all OBC costings by supplier by product
• Develop, negotiate and manage appointed supply agreements for multiple suppliers
• Evaluate business opportunities to maximize cost savings, while ensuring the best quality and service
• Support category manager to find most cost effective production location for co-manufactured and repacked items to ensure a stable and consistent supply to the company's distribution centers
• The role will work closely with suppliers and all levels of Carlsberg and can be based at any of the Carlsberg locations
• Effectively and efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities, ensuring timelines are met
• Evaluate/view supplier performance, and resolve operational and invoicing issues in a timely manner
• Work with the category manager to improve the data of the network of external producers and document supplier information

What we're looking for

• Good system skills and ability to use different systems ( SAP, SIEVO, ARIBA)
• Business and commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Proficient admin skills in a global company systems
• Extensive knowledge of international manufacturing and contract management.
• Knowledge of S&OP process and ability to manage this across the group with internal and external suppliers.
• Ability to be able to work with suppliers from different countries and cultures and take into account currency fluctuations and be able to involve category procurement experts on material prices and markets.
• Initiative to seek improvements to all faced tasks and processes (e.g. automation whenever possible)

What you can expect

We're asking for a lot, but you'll be well-rewarded with:

• Flexible working hours
• Working in a hybrid mode (min. 2 days in the office per week)
• Private health care, accident insurance, and MyBenefit system at your disposal
• Annual bonus
• Holiday benefit "Wczasy pod Gruszą"
• Christmas gift & MyBenefit points
• Additional holiday for Birthday & job anniversary
• Internal trainings
• Periodical beer allowance & 0% beer available at the office
• Co-financed lunch
• Social events such as e.g. Thursday Bars in the office
• Employee Referral Program
• Bike parking space
• Modern ergonomic office space with a chillout zone
• Exciting growth and development opportunities within the organization
• Working in a passionate, international environment

Please note the deadline for applying is 18th November 2025.

We read applications continuously and vacancies may be filled anytime. We look forward to receiving your application.

Carlsberg Group: Brewing for a better today and tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion or any other characteristics protected by law.