Strategic 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. 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?

Wärtsilä Energy Storage Business is leading the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. As an Energy System Integrator, we understand, design, build and serve optimal power systems for future generations. Wärtsilä’s solutions provide the needed flexibility to integrate renewables and secure power system reliability. Our offering includes flexible internal combustion engine-based power plants, energy storage & integration solutions, as well as gas to power systems. We support our customers over the lifecycle or their installations with services that enable increased efficiency and guaranteed performance.  

Wärtsilä Energy Storage Business is looking for an experienced and energetic person for the position of Sourcing Manager to lead the global strategic sourcing for our contract manufactured products.  

Accountabilities:  

• For the global Energy Storage sourcing, the SP is accountable to manage and develop local contract manufacturing supplier base, performance, relationship and negotiations in close co-operation with relevant stakeholders to meet global sourcing needs and requirements.  

Main Responsibilities:  

• Manage, develop and renew supplier base locally, performance, relationships and negotiations in storage business within the Contract Manufacturing sourcing team with close cooperation with product, project and proposal management stakeholders under the direction of the Contract Manufacturing sourcing team leader. 

• Lead the negotiations of agreement for contract manufacturing. Secure agreements coverage, price list coverage, supplier capacity and availability for energy storage demand in that specific Business Area 

• Ensure that Quality, Cost, Lead Time, Delivery Reliability and Agreement Coverage targets are met for Wärtsilä Energy Storage global supplier base.   

• Lead supplier relationships management with contract manufacturers and monitoring the supplier performance with Supplier development function. 

• Participate at the cost model definition and deployment for contract manufacturing and actively seek supply chain cost reduction opportunities as well as promote supplier or product value analysis/value engineering work 

• Ensure compliance to Supply Management processes, procedures, strategies and agreements. 

• Enhance collaboration and teamwork with relevant functions and continuously improve the sourcing process  

• Contribute and implement strategic sourcing capability, supplier strategies and action plans according to the product development strategy to meet Business Line requirements long-term.  

• Ensure supplier capacities and capabilities to meet customer demands and support Wärtsilä’s strategy 

• Take leadership of strategic initiatives in own business area  

Requirements:  

• Minimum 5 years of experience of strategic sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing or procurement with proven track record of results in a complex manufacturing environment  
• Minimum 5 years of experience of industrial manufacturing processes, preferably in project industry. Knowledge of multiple manufacturing methods and processes and understanding the associated costs. 
• Experience in managing outsourced manufacturing and knowledge of related cost models.
• Strong plus if experience on one of the following:
• Sourcing role in energy storage business
• Experience and knowledge on metal enclosure manufacturing (sheet metals, welding)
• Experience on complex electrical or electronics assemblies.

• Knowledge of legal, financial and technology components of Strategic Sourcing 

• Excellent understanding of direct material cost drivers and proven track record of cost reduction strategies implementation  

• Excellent analytical, communication and presentations skills  

• Solution oriented, pro-active, problem solving and result driven attitude to work   

• Self-guided and proactive team player, able to operate under pressure  

• Ability to negotiate and sustain networking relationships. 

• Ability to multi-task and work in fast pace, dynamic and changing environment. 

• Fluent in written and spoken English language.  

Education:   

• Academic degree (B.Sc, M.Sc. or equivalent) in Electrical or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or Economics  

Why you and us 
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä 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 put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.  

Contact & next steps
Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.  

Please apply by 24/07/2026 at 23:59 Chinese Standard Time. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to same time zone

Last application date: 24/07/2026 

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.