Director, Central Supply Management

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

Central Supply Management is looking for a new Director that can shape our strategy and further develop our capabilities to improve Quality, Delivery, Cost & Lead-time from our external suppliers.

The preferred location for this position is Vaasa or Helsinki, Finland, but other locations with existing Supply Management organization in place are also negotiable.

Your role and responsibilities  

As Director, Central Supply Management you will lead the development and implementation of Wärtsilä’s global Supply Management strategy in collaboration with Corporate Supply Management. The Central Supply Management team within Power Supply is responsible for supply management activities across all Wärtsilä Businesses and Business Units, focusing on:

• Building Wärtsilä’s sourcing strategy
• Driving global process development, alignment, and efficiency
• Advancing digitalisation and automation in supply management
• Performance reporting and analytics
• Coordinating supplier development across businesses

The goal is to deliver value to customers by managing an innovative supplier base and ensuring timely, high-quality, and cost-efficient supply of components and services.

You will lead a team of experts that provides global processes, tools, reporting, and supplier development expertise, including KPI analytics, process improvement, digitalisation (AI, SRM, Supplier Portal, WeBuy), and operational development/training for Supplier Development.

Your responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain Wärtsilä’s Supply Management strategy, vision, and roadmap.
• Lead Central Supply Management activities in alignment with business stakeholders.
• Drive process and tool development for supply chain.
• Oversee supplier development and continues improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate supply chain risk management actions.
• Manage sourcing and purchasing master data governance across key systems.

To be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have:

• Expertise in shaping and implementing strategies in global environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills in an international, matrix environment
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with stakeholders
• Expertise in change management, process development, and project management
• Solid analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Business and financial acumen preferably with supply management and supplier development knowledge
• Familiarity with Supplier Development tools and continues improvement methods (advantage)
• Solution-oriented, persistent, and quality-focused approach
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in a relevant field
• Fluent in English (oral and written)

Why you and us?   

You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.   

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.  

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.   

Contact & next steps 

Please submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to:

Jan Kåre Helgeland

Director, Supply Management Power Supply

jankare.helgeland@wartsila.com

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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. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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