Strategic Sourcing Intern

Are you currently studying for your Master’s degree and do you want to kick-start your career in a global company changing patients’ lives? Apply now and start your career as a Global Direct Procurement Intern at [xxxxx]. Join us!The positionIn [xxxxx]’s Global Direct Procurement (GDP), we are looking for talented students for a full-time internship position starting in September 2026.As an intern in GDP, you will support different sourcing categories in the daily work of running tenders and preparing for negotiations, managing suppliers, driving cross-functional projects, and being updated on the market dynamics. Your focus will be outsourced services and sup-plies where you will gain exposure to a broad stakeholder landscape across [xxxxx] and key suppliers.The internship will provide you with hands-on experience in end-to-end supplier management, project management, and data analytics used for developing long-term sourcing strategies and preparing business cases. You will be required to make fact-based decisions and present your conclusions clearly and concisely. Therefore, you should expect to work with software such as Excel, PowerPoint, Coupa and SAP.Being an intern in GDP also means that you will get the unique opportunity to join one of our dynamic, international, and high-performing teams. In addition, you will become part of a great social network including our intern community and join various social events.Practicalities:

Internship period: 6-12 months

Working hours: Full-time (37 hours/week)

Start date: September 2026

Location: Høje Taastrup, Denmark

The position is paid

A Danish full-time work permit is required (for international students, please provide documentation)

You should be enrolled as a student for the duration of the entire internship and be able to doc-ument it. The internship is full-time position with flexibility to allow for exams.QualificationsYou are currently enrolled in a relevant master's degree in supply chain management, business, economics, engineering, or equivalent.We are seeking students with the following skills and experience:

Passionate about problem-solving

Excellent analytical skills

Positive-minded with a healthy sense of humour

A can-do attitude and excellent interpersonal skills

Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office toolbox

Fluency in oral and written English (English is our office language)

As a person, you are known to be motivated, and proactive while taking responsibility for your performance and learning. Furthermore, you have an international mindset and thrive working in a global setting.About the departmentGDP consist of +200 individuals from more than 25 different countries and a great variety of ed-ucational backgrounds including Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, Science, and Legal.GDP is part of the Supply Chain area under our Global Manufacturing & Supply organisation. We are responsible for directing end-to-end procurement strategy and execution for all direct material and service categories supporting our global manufacturing sites. Through collabora-tion with our international supplier networks, we ensure availability of the supply needed to de-velop and produce products that help millions of people around the world living with chronical diseases.Joining our team, you will be surrounded by several experienced Category Managers, Sourcing Professionals, Supply Managers, and Supply Planners allowing you to develop within both sourcing and supply chain. In GDP, we invest significant resources in developing our employees through coaching, frequent feedback, formal training and by giving challenging responsibilities. You will join a diverse group of people who are self-driven, open minded and a strong drive to show that despite us being good at what we do, we can be even better.Working at [xxxxx]Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways for-ward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results.In this role, you'll be at the heart of our strategic decision-making, helping to shape how we navigate an increasingly complex healthcare land-scape. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.ContactFor further information, please contact Associate Category Manager Magnus S. Klampe at [xxxxx] or +[xxxxx]DeadlinePlease apply before the 31st of May, 2026.Please attach your resume along with a short cover letter to introduce yourself and your moti-vation for working in Global Direct Procurement and [xxxxx].We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At [xxxxx], we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.