Buyer, Regional Commodity

AGCO Power Oy; Nokia; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Epassi Benefits

Occupational health services

Job summary

AGCO Power Oy is seeking a Category Buyer to manage Engine Components sourcing. You will develop sub-category strategies, select suppliers, and drive cost reductions to meet budget targets, while collaborating with Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams.

You will monitor supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with policies and sustainability objectives. Proficiency in English and Finnish is required, with SAP experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s in a relevant field.
• 3+ years in procurement, sourcing, or category management, preferably in manufacturing.
• English and Finnish language proficiency mandatory; strong negotiation and cost analysis skills.
• Familiarity with eSourcing tools and procurement analytics; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sub-category sourcing strategies aligned with the category plan.
• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers to ensure pricing, quality and service levels.
• Own cost reduction initiatives and analyze TCO for sourcing decisions.
• Draft, negotiate and manage supplier contracts in line with policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Language skills (English & Finnish)

Education

Master / Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM)

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Category Buyer is responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of Engine Components in assigned subcategory. This role ensures supplier strategy alignment, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and risk management while supporting the overall category strategy led by the EME Procurement Manager for engine components.

The Category Buyer plays a key role in supplier selection, market analysis, cost negotiations, and ensuring supplier performance meets business requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, negotiation expertise, and the ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams.

Your Impact:

• Sourcing & Category Strategy Execution : Develop and execute sub-category sourcing strategies aligned with the overall category plan. Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities. Work closely with Global Category teams to implement supplier strategies. Manage supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings, optimize payment terms, and drive value creation.
• Supplier Management & Performance Monitoring : Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service levels. Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost adherence, and quality standards. Conduct regular supplier reviews and drive improvement initiatives where needed. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier compliance with company policies and sustainability objectives.
• Cost Management & Financial Analysis : Own cost reduction initiatives within assigned subcategories, ensuring alignment with budget targets. Track categories spend, pricing trends, and supplier cost structures to support data-driven sourcing decisions. Analyses see total cost of ownership (TCO) and recommend cost-effective sourcing solutions. Ensure procurement savings and financial impact are documented and reported.
• Contract & Compliance Management : Support the drafting, negotiation, and execution of supplier contracts and agreements. Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing standards. Maintain accurate procurement records, ensuring audit readiness and compliance. Monitor supplier risk factors and collaborate with internal teams to develop risk mitigation plans.
• Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with Engineering, Operations, R&D, and Finance to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding supplier issues, price negotiations, and market insights. Support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and procurement process improvements

Your Experience and Qualification:

• Master / bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Procurement or Supply Chain certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are a plus.
• 3+ years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• English and Finnish Language is Mandatory. Strong experience in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and contract management.
• eSourcing tools, and procurement analytics. Experience managing supplier relationships and driving cost-saving initiatives. Familiarity with SAP is a plus

Your Benefits:

• We offer an international and collaborative environment where innovation and excellence are valued. You’ll have opportunities to grow your career and develop your talents.
• Our team works in Linnavuori and across the globe. We are a professional, yet easy-going team, ready to welcome you to AGCO.
• We value our employees' well-being, offering flexible working hours, remote work options, Epassi Benefits, and comprehensive occupational health services.

Your Workplace:

You’ll work with your wonderful AGCO colleagues at Moottorikatu 7, FI-37240 Linnavuori, Finland.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.