Cambi
Global Spare Parts Manager
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About Cambi
Cambi is a world-leading provider of sustainable technology solutions that enable cities to turn wastewater sludge into valuable resources. We are a medium-size, Norway-based multinational company listed in Oslo on Euronext Growth, with offices in several countries. We have diligent employees from different backgrounds and more than 25 nationalities, and a growing sales network covering all continents.
Our core expertise lies in designing, testing, manufacturing, installing, and operating industrial process installations, used mainly for treating sewage sludge before or after anaerobic digestion in wastewater treatment plants. The technology, known as thermal hydrolysis, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and produces renewable energy, organic fertilizers, and various soil products while destroying pathogens and other harmful substances. Our systems have the capacity to cater to over 120 million individuals across more than 28 countries. We are proud of having cities like Oslo, London, Washington, Singapore, and Sydney among our clients.
About the Role
As a Global Spare Parts Manager, you will be responsible for the overall ownership, development, and growth of the company’s global spare parts business. The role involves leading global sourcing, inventory management, logistics, distribution, and aftermarket operations, with a strong focus on service levels, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You will serve as the central coordinator between internal and external stakeholders, driving process improvements, developing inventory and digital systems, and leading the implementation and growth of the spare parts webshop. Your contribution will be key to optimizing operations, increasing revenue, reducing costs, and building a scalable, world-class spare parts organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the global spare parts and aftermarket business end-to-end, with full P&L accountability across sourcing, procurement, inventory, logistics, pricing, and sales.
- Develop and execute the global strategy for aftermarket growth, including new revenue streams and business models (service contracts, bundling, upselling).
- Set global pricing strategies and margin targets for the spare parts portfolio.
- Lead, develop, and grow the spare parts team, building a scalable, world-class organization.
- Source spare parts globally, optimizing the supplier base for cost, quality, and availability.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements; manage supplier performance and risk.
- Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards and certifications.
- Design and implement the global inventory strategy, stocking policies, forecasting, and safety stock, to improve turnover and availability while reducing excess and obsolete stock.
- Own the global logistics and distribution setup, including regional hubs and warehouses, optimizing freight costs and delivery lead times.
- Own and develop the inventory management system and related ERP/MRP capabilities, ensuring integration across inventory, finance, webshop, and logistics platforms.
- Lead the implementation and commercial growth of the spare parts webshop, including user experience, product structure, pricing logic, and digital sales analytics.
- Ensure compliant and efficient import/export, customs, and trade processes, with standardized documentation and up-to-date knowledge of international regulations.
- Establish scalable processes and standard operating procedures across all spare parts functions, driving continuous improvement.
- Monitor and act on business KPIs, revenue, margin, fill rate, lead time, inventory turnover, and customer satisfaction.
- Act as the central point of coordination for spare parts across service, sales, finance, IT, and external partners.
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We are looking for
- A high-energy professional who works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong team builder who promotes collaboration, accountability, and shared success.
- A solution-oriented colleague with a proactive approach to challenges and continuous improvement.
- An effective negotiator with strong supplier management skills.
- A commercially minded professional with the ability to think strategically and identify business opportunities.
- Someone who takes ownership and drives initiatives from concept through to execution.
- A highly organized individual with strong project and stakeholder management capabilities.
- An analytical and data-driven decision maker who uses insights to improve performance.
- Someone capable of building processes, structures, and scalable solutions from the ground up.
- An effective communicator with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- An adaptable and resilient professional who is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- A customer-focused mindset and a commitment to service excellence.
- A technology-minded individual with an interest in digitalization, systems development, and e-commerce.
Key qualifications and requirements
- 7–10+ years in aftermarket, spare parts, supply chain, procurement, or logistics, including at least 3 years in a leadership role with personnel responsibility.
- Proven commercial ownership; P&L, budget, or revenue/margin accountability for a parts, aftermarket, or service business (or a substantial region/segment of one).
- Track record of building or scaling an aftermarket or supply chain function, ideally in a growth or transformation phase.
- Experience with spare parts pricing, margin management, and aftermarket business models (service contracts, bundling).
- Strong background in global sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
- Experience designing inventory strategies across multiple locations or regions, including forecasting and stocking policies.
- Solid knowledge of international logistics, import/export, customs, and trade compliance.
- Experience implementing or improving ERP/MRP, inventory, or warehouse management systems.
- Experience with e-commerce platforms or spare parts webshops is highly desirable.
- Background from industrial equipment, machinery, or another OEM aftermarket environment is an advantage.
- Demonstrated success working cross-functionally (sales, service, finance, IT) in an international, multicultural setting; fluent business English.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related disciplines.
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications are an advantage.
- Significant relevant industry experience may be considered as an alternative to formal education.
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At Cambi, we value people who share our commitment to the environment and the positive impact of the circular economy. Your personality should align with Cambi’s core philosophy, which centers around strong customer focus, delivering a high standard of quality in our solutions, products, and services, and always acting with integrity.
Why join Cambi
- Work globally: Encounter different cultures and work practices when working with the global organization.
- Make an impact: Contribute to projects transforming organic waste streams into bioresources, boosting the circular economy, and leading to net-zero emissions in cities worldwide.
- Immerse in diversity: Join a multicultural team with a mix of young and experienced colleagues from more than 25 countries and 18 different disciplinary backgrounds.
- Grow personally: Embrace our values: quality, curious, reliable, and teamwork, in a dynamic work environment grounded in a modern Code of Conduct applying to all employees and business partners.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with us, we’d love to hear from you. We kindly ask you to upload your CV and answer three questions regarding your motivation for the role.
Delivering on our mission to enable a swift global transition to sustainable communities is contingent on attracting and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds.
Deadline for applying is the 27th of September 2026. Please be informed that we will only accept and assess applications through our career site.
Contact
For any questions about the role, you’re welcome to get in touch with:
- Amin Zavieh, O&M Support Manager, amin.zavieh@cambi.com
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