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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationJeddah

About the Role

Wärtsilä, a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, enables sustainable societies through innovation. We are looking for a Strategic Buyer - IP, MESA to join our team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role aims to execute procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, ensure the purchase of materials and services aligns with organizational goals and standards, and contribute to our mission towards a carbon-free and sustainable future.

Role Responsibilities

  • Execute procurement processes and activities to ensure efficient and effective purchasing in line with business needs, guidelines, regulations, and procurement plans.
  • Contribute to supplier selection and evaluation, contract negotiation, and management.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure favorable terms, ensure product requirements and specifications are met, and maintain good supplier performance.
  • Implement supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management processes.
  • Participate in resolving supplier quality and performance issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with overall business objectives.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and practices, integrating sustainability and ethical considerations.
  • Maintain accurate supplier data and purchasing records for analysis and reporting.
  • Utilize data and analytics to guide procurement decisions and optimize the supply chain.
  • Analyze supplier performance data to monitor results and identify areas for improvement.

Qualifications and Experience Required

  • Experience in executing procurement activities and managing supplier relationships.
  • Experience in contract negotiation and management.
  • Experience in using data and analytics for procurement decisions and supply chain optimization.
  • Experience in analyzing supplier performance data.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
  • Ability to maintain positive relationships and respond to internal inquiries regarding procurement needs and issues.
  • Ability to share information with stakeholders.

Core Skills

  • Procurement
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Data Analysis
  • Supply Chain Optimization

Additional Information

Company: Wärtsilä

Job Title: Strategic Buyer - IP, MESA

Location: Jeddah, Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-time

Required Experience: 2-5 years.

Wärtsilä values, respects, and embraces all differences and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. At Wärtsilä, everyone can be themselves and succeed based on their qualifications and job-related abilities.

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


Requirements

  • Requires 2-5 Years experience

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