Manager, Sourcing

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?

We are now looking for a Sourcing manager under Operations, Shaft Line Solutions Japan, Marine. Sourcing manager handles to manage daily operational purchasing activity and develop and maintain suppliers. We offer a high-quality working environment where you'll have an opportunity to understand the process of SCM globally and enjoy working to meet our customers' requirements. In this position, you will be accountable for management of process, daily purchasing and vender management. The primary work location is Toyama and report to Operations General manager.

What will you be doing:

• Manage and lead the organization of purchasing team
• Manage and develop supplier base, performance, relationships and negotiations in close cooperation with Divisions/BLs/Support Functions and Category Managers.
• Create and update agreements with suppliers, maintain SAP Outline Agreements and supplier master data in relevant parts. This is data agreed with supplier in contract (SSPA etc.) or it appendix (price list) and data related supplier company details.  
• Lead/support/participate in negotiations, secure supplier capacity and long term forecasting.
• Ensure Quality, Delivery, Lead Time and Cost development and Compliance of materials and services for own area of responsibility.
• Member of cross-functional Category team, Lead own business line requirements in nominated category
• SM is expected to represent own BL requirements and take action to find optimal outcome in Category Works and acting as active link between the BL and Category Team
• Contribute in the category action plan creation and its implementation
• Drive future supply demand in cooperation with the needed functions in own area of responsibility
• Gather and analyse spend and supplier data, execute benchmarking, provide data to the relevant functions
• Support non-conformity/warranty process management in escalated issues
• Secure compliance to Supply Management processes/procedures, tools, strategies and agreements.
• Execute/support material/services for cost budgeting and follow-up.
• Execute/support supplier life cycle management process
• As part of active Performance management Communicate progress and escalate recurring issues to Category Manager and/or Manager of Supply Management in the respective unit
• Support non-conformity/warranty process management in escalated issues.

Education:

Bachelor's degree or higher.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have :

• Academic degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or Economics
• Solid understanding of sourcing and supply management
• At least three years of experience in sourcing
• In this specific position it is essential to have a good knowledge of industrial product and casting
• Negotiation skills coupled with a strong focus on problem solving Solution oriented approach, capability to implement and persistency to follow-up activities to ensure sustainability
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Fluent command in Japanese and English, both oral and written, other languages could be seeing as advantage
• Good networking capacity
• Willingness to travel
• SAP\ERP and legal knowledge are seen as advantages

Seen as an advantage:

• Contribute to the organization and self-driven.
• Attentive to details with a focus on accuracy and reliability.
• Flexibility with deadlines and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication skills to build good relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Effective time management.
• Problem-solving and decision making skills, and the ability to act promptly and effectively.
• Willingness for continuous learning and growth.
• Experience in projects and overseas production in a multinational company
• (Machinery manufacturing industry).
• Experience in the marine industry.

Why you and us
All our employees are encouraged to utilize the variety of training activities, learning solutions and self-study materials that we have to offer which supports the opportunity to further develop your talents and competencies within a very global working environment, in an ambitious and growth orientated organization.
 

Contact & next steps
Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline 21/08/2024 by submitting your application through our careers portal. Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Remi Takezawa, Country Head, HRLO WJP(remi.takezawa@wartsila.com) with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Please apply by  21/08/2024 at 23:59 JST. 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: 21/08/2024 

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. 

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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.