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. 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 Customer Delivery is seeking a highly motivated and result driven Project Purchaser to join our team. Preferred location for the position is Vaasa, Finland. This is a temporary position for 12 months and that we can reviewed if the position will become permanent. The role primarily supports Fuel Gas Supply System projects, which focus mainly on engineer-to-order solutions for LNG, Methanol, and Ammonia fuel systems. 

As a global leader in the marine market, we specialize in LNG, Methanol, and Ammonia fuel systems. Our primary mission is to facilitate the transition to 100% renewable fuels for our valued customers. In addition to our expertise in LNG, Methanol, and Ammonia, we are actively involved in the development and sale of fuel systems for other promising future fuels, including Hydrogen. With our innovative solutions, we are committed to driving the maritime industry towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.

 
Your main responsibilities:

As a Project Purchaser, your primary role will involve overseeing project-related purchasing activities within designated project teams. This includes managing the purchasing budget, coordinating deliveries to meet project requirements, and conducting offer evaluations and project-specific purchase negotiations with suppliers. Additionally, you will be ensuring alignment and cooperation with relevant stakeholders.

Your main tasks will include:

• Responsible for purchasing budget
• Purchasing plan creation
• Project specific RFQ, negotiations & purchasing
• Project & delivery follow-up
• Logbook creation
• Responsible for inbound deliveries
• Late delivery & quality claims
• Certification follow-up

 
Requirements:   

As an ideal candidate, you would have:

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Economics or Engineering
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Strong negotiation skills
• Solid supply chain knowledge
• Solid experience in SAP and MS Office tools 
• Strong personal drive, accustomed to taking own initiatives and being proactive
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

To succeed as a Project Purchaser, you should be a team player with good negotiation skills and a result-oriented attitude. 
The tasks require accuracy, so you should have strong problem solving and analytical skills as well as the ability to work under pressure. 

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 26th of November 2025 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.   
 
In case of any questions, reach out to: 

Emanuel BjörkManager, Project Purchasing & Documentation
emanuel.bjork@wartsila.com

Last application date: 26/11/2025 

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.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

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.