EMS Purchasing Manager to KONE

Kone México; Espoo; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

International career opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

KONE is seeking an experienced EMS Purchasing Manager to join our Global Sourcing team in Espoo, Finland. In this strategic role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for Electronics Manufacturing Services, manage EMS supplier relationships, and drive performance across cost, quality, and delivery.

You will work closely with Engineering, R&D, Operations, and Quality, lead supplier negotiations, RFx processes, and contract management, and ensure sustainable, resilient supply coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, supply chain, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in sourcing, purchasing, supply chain management, or related discipline.
• At least 5 years in electronics industry; experience with EMS providers and electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute EMS sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships.
• Lead RFx processes, supplier selection, and negotiations; manage contracts.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and drive supplier performance, risk management, and sustainability targets.
• Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, Operations, Quality, and external partners to align with global sourcing goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Mgmt

Business Acumen

Analytical

Project Mgmt

Stakeholder Influence

Communication

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, SCM, or Business

Job description

KONE is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry: our job is to make the world’s cities better places to live. At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators, and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization, which add value to the life cycle of any building.

We are looking for an experienced and business-driven EMS Purchasing Manager to join our Global Sourcing organization. In this strategic role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), manage key supplier relationships, and ensure a competitive, resilient, and high-performing supply base that supports KONE's global business objectives. Working closely with Engineering, R&D, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners, you will drive supplier performance, commercial competitiveness, technology alignment, and risk management across KONE's EMS supplier network. You will lead supplier negotiations and contract management, identify cost optimization opportunities, manage RFx and supplier selection processes, monitor supplier capacity and market developments, and support the implementation of global sourcing strategies. Additionally, you will build strong partnerships with EMS providers and electronics suppliers while ensuring the achievement of cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a sourcing professional with a strong background in electronics, EMS, supply chain management, and supplier relationship management.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, supply chain management, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience within the electronics industry.
• Experience of working with EMS providers and electronic component or semiconductor suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, electronics sourcing, and supply chain processes.
• Proven experience managing complex sourcing and supplier development projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced negotiation and commercial management skills.
• Strong supplier relationship management capabilities.
• Solid business acumen combined with a strategic mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Project and change management experience.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively in a global matrix organization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Additional languages are an advantage.

Why Join KONE?

At KONE, you will become part of a global team dedicated to creating better urban experiences. We offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

We offer:

• A strategic global role with significant business impact.
• Opportunities to work with leading EMS and electronics suppliers worldwide.
• Professional growth and international career opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• The opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future.

The position is located in Esboo, Finland. For additional information, please contact Mars Zhu, Global Category Manager, Machine & Drive at: [e-mail]. We review applications on an ongoing basis, so the position may be filled before the application deadline.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html

At KONE, our purpose is to shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we move two billion people every day, making their journeys safe, convenient, and reliable with smart and sustainable People Flow®. In 2025, KONE had annual sales of EUR 11.2 billion, and at the end of the year over 60,000 employees in close to 70 countries. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.