Project Purchaser

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.

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. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.  Want to join the ride?

We are now looking for a

Project Purchaser

This is a permanent position and will be based at our site in Havant.

What you will be doing:

You will be accountable for the negotiation, creation, and maintenance of supply contracts with suppliers associated with specific customer related projects and for ensuring that supplier performance levels for specific projects are in line with the requirements of the project. 

Main Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate suppliers/partners for the supply of materials and equipment for customer related projects. 
• Manage and/or develop supply performance in order to meet set targets for quality, delivery time, cost, and lead time. 
• Review and verify technical specifications and requirements as basis for request for quotations in accordance with the project requirements.  
• Negotiate, create, and maintain supply contracts with suppliers. Communicate results to the internal project stakeholders. Handle supplier relations to maintain, improve and develop performance in supplier and related 
  processes. 
• Maintain supply data to relevant systems in defined area of responsibility. 
• Participate in or execute supplier audits and follow-up the audit action plan. 
• Secure supplier capacity to meet future demands. 
• Gather and analyse spend and supplier performance data as well as execute benchmarking to continuously improve supplier performance. 
• Participate in project reviews, input to project plans, timelines, and costs. Supply and maintain supplier metrics and supply KPIs for the projects(s). 

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous Buying and Sourcing within manufacturing
• Supplier Relationships and Communication
• Project Management
• Communication, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Management
• Critical Path Management
• Production and Order Management
• Process Management
• Minimum of 5-7 plus years’ experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in project procurement.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and MRP planning systems.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret technical specifications and project requirements.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel as needed to support the project.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Last application date: 13/12/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.