Strategic Purchaser

• Execute / support supplier life cycle management process.

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game‑changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834.

Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future‑oriented talent – want to join the ride?

The position is permanent and the location is Havant
.

As Strategic Buyer
, you will play a key role in sourcing goods and services that support the organisation’s long‑term objectives, and to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver value, reduce risk, and support business growth by building strong supplier partnerships, resulting in a competitive supply chain. You will work closely with the local team and wider business Operations and Sales teams, and you will report to the Supply and Demand manager, for whom you will deputise.

• Manage and develop supplier base, performance, relationships and negotiations.
• Drive future supply capacity in cooperation with the needed functions in own area of responsibility.
• Lead/support/participate in developing supply chain strategy, securing supplier capacity and long term forecasting.
• Create and update agreements with suppliers and maintain supplier master data.
• Ensure Quality, Delivery, Lead Time and Cost development and Compliance of materials and services.
• Gather and analyse spend and supplier data, execute benchmarking, provide data to the relevant functions.
• Support non‑conformity/warranty process management in escalated issues.
• Secure compliance to Supply Management processes/procedures, tools, strategies and agreements.
• Execute/support material/services for cost budgeting and follow‑up.
• Execute/support supplier life cycle management process.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Experience:
  
  Experience in a strategic purchasing role within a highly regulated industry
• Skills:
  
  Strong negotiation and influencing skills, commercial acumen, good understanding of cost analysis, supplier relationship management.
• Certifications:
  
  CIPS
• Other Requirements:
  Ability to travel in the UK and internationally. Ability to attain SC clearance.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a supply chain related subject or CPPS L6
• Experience:
  
  Experience in a high precision, low volume, engineering company. Experience with Continuous Improvement processes of ERP / MRP systems.
• Skills:
  
  Knowledge using SAP and Power BI;
• Certifications:
  
  Continuous Improvement,.

In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers and suppliers within the UK and around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 10%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually.

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co‑creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for.

Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

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