Purchasing Specialist

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Role Overview:

The Purchasing Specialist supports the Unit Purchasing Manager in executing sourcing plans for a specific unit and works closely with other functions within the unit. He/she identifies local sourcing opportunities, manages supplier tenders, acts as contract owner for selected suppliers, and manages related supplier relationships. He/she also supports individual customer projects with their specific needs and helps identify the optimal supplier setup for these projects.

Key Responsibilities and Activities:

Direct Material & Spares
•    Works with the unit’s business functions to understand needs
•    Identifies local Sourcing opportunities for direct materials and spare parts
•    Negotiates frame contracts and price lists with suppliers to be used within the unit for direct materials/spares 
•    Acts as contract owner for direct material/spares suppliers
•    Supports the implementation of global/area category plans within his/her unit
•    Can act as a sourcing specialist also for the needs of other units in specific cases, representing the needs of these other units towards suppliers.

Customer Projects
•    Defines source plans for customer projects and works closely with the project team to understand real customer needs
•    Runs RFQs for customer project-specific materials and negotiates contracts with suppliers for customer projects
•    Advises customer-facing roles on preferred suppliers and decides on suppliers for customer projects 

Installations
•    Works with the unit’s business functions to understand needs
•    Identifies local Sourcing opportunities for Installation subcontracting/subcontracted installation services
•    Negotiates frame contracts and price lists with suppliers to be used by the business for locally sourced installation subcontracting 
•    Acts as contract owner for local installation subcontractor suppliers
•    Supports the implementation of global/Area category plans within his/her unit

Indirect
•    Collects business requirements from the unit to support sourcing projects for indirect spend
•    Supports the implementation of area/global level category plans and sourcing projects in a unit through additional local contract negotiations as needed
•    Supports the update of local instructions and policies, provides guidance, and supports the business in following/using preferred suppliers and ensuring compliance

Are you the one?

Educational and Language Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.

Additional qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Procurement are advantageous.

Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential.

Professional and Technical Skills:

Strong supply market knowledge in the relevant area of spend.

Proficiency in supplier tendering, negotiation, and contract management.

Familiarity with supplier performance, quality management, and relationship management.

Knowledge of relevant technologies and systems in procurement.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.

Familiarity with local procurement laws and supplier networks is a plus.

Experience working in an international/multinational environment is an advantage.

Core Competencies:

Effective stakeholder management abilities.

Expertise in change management processes.

Strategic and analytical mindset for cost optimization.

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role in procurement within a global organization? We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are passionate about driving cost efficiency and supplier excellence.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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