IP Strategic Purchaser- Ip, Mea Me & Sa Sub-region

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 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?

Job Purpose:

Executes sourcing activities, manages supplier relationships, and ensures the procurement of materials and services aligns with organizational goals and standards.

Experience required: 3 to 5 years 

Key Accountabilities：

• Executes sourcing processes and activities, ensuring effective and efficient procurement in alignment with business needs, guidelines, regulations and procurement plans.
• Contributes to supplier selection and evaluation, contract negotiation and management, and develops and maintains relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms, fulfillment of product requirements and specifications, and a good supplier performance. Executes supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management processes. Partakes in resolving supplier quality and performance issues.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to align sourcing activities with business objectives.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes and practices, incorporating sustainability and ethical considerations.
• Maintains accurate supplier data and procurement records for analysis and reporting. Utilizes data and analytics to inform sourcing decisions and to optimize the supply chain. Analyzes supplier performance data to monitor outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

Level Description：

• Business Impact: Executes activities and provides support within a designated sourcing area / project, impacting team output.
• Knowledge and Experience: Possesses knowledge of sourcing operations, practices and operational processes within their responsibility area, with a focus on continuous learning and application.
• Innovation and Change: Supports the implementation of established sourcing processes and contributes to continuous improvement efforts.
• Teamwork and Leadership: Provides specialist advice and collaborates actively as a team member, organizing personal targets and deadlines.
• Communication and Networking: Maintains positive relationships and responds to internal enquiries related to sourcing needs and issues, sharing information with stakeholders.

Location: Jeddah

Last application date: 27/03/2026

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.