Purchaser, Project Procurement

Wärtsilä Corporation; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Corporation is seeking a Purchaser, Project Procurement to join our newly forming Joint Venture in Finland. This position is based in Vaasa with Helsinki and Turku as alternative locations. You will manage energy storage project procurement, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely deliveries in a fast-paced environment.

Strong English and Chinese skills plus SAP experience are essential. Join a growing team delivering grid-scale storage solutions and lifecycle services,

Qualifications

• Fluency in written and spoken English and native-level/ fluent Chinese are essential.
• Commercial or technical education (B.Sc. or M.Sc.).
• Experience with ERP systems (prefer SAP).

Responsibilities

• Managing procurement activities for assigned projects, including placing purchase orders and handling order confirmations.
• Monitoring deliveries and ensuring materials and services are delivered on time.
• Maintaining regular communication with suppliers and building effective working relationships.
• Coordinating closely with project teams to support timelines and requirements.
• Following up on invoices and ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Identifying and addressing potential supply chain risks to support on-time project delivery.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of procurement processes and ways of working.

Skills

English (fluent)

Chinese (fluent)

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in commercial/technical field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

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Wärtsilä Energy Storage is powering the shift to a cleaner, more resilient grid.

We work at the front lines of the energy transition, helping partners around the world maximize the value of renewables through grid-scale battery systems, advanced software, and expert services. Our portfolio includes the industry-leading GEMS Digital Energy Platform, utility-scale battery solutions, and lifecycle services that keep storage assets optimized and ready when it matters most.

With over 20 GWh of storage deployed or under contract across 130+ projects globally, we’re shaping how the grid of the future works.

In a world of rising complexity and accelerating change, we’re looking for future-focused talent to help us design, deliver, and support the energy systems of tomorrow.

Sound like your kind of challenge? Let’s build it together.

We are seeking a Purchaser, Project Procurement to join our newly forming Joint Venture in a rapidly growing renewable energy market. This is an exciting time for our business as we approach our new Joint Venture recently announced to the market and this role will support our Procurement team as we carve out the business. Find out more about this exciting time and our Joint Venture announcementHERE

We are looking for a communicative and collaborative person for this position. This position is based in Finland and we will consider applicants working from Vaasa as our preferred location but also open to candidates in both Helsinki or Turku also.

The purchaser will be responsible for Energy Storage project procurement needs; working in close cooperation with relevant stakeholders to meet project needs and requirements.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Managing procurement activities for assigned projects, including placing purchase orders and handling order confirmations.
• Monitoring deliveries and ensuring materials and services are delivered on time.
• Maintaining regular communication with suppliers and building effective working relationships.
• Coordinating closely with project teams to support project timelines and requirements.
• Following up on invoices and ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Identifying and addressing potential supply chain risks to support on-time project delivery.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of procurement processes and ways of working.

The following will enable you to succeed in this role:

• Both fluency in written and spoken English language and Native-level / fluent Chinese language skills are essential to support our complex supply chain.
• Ideally you would have an appreciation of the Energy Storage industry. We are looking for a proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills and a results-driven mindset.
• Commercial or technical education (B.Sc. or M.Sc.).
• Experience working with ERP systems (Preferably SAP; other ERP systems are also an advantage.)
• Ability and willingness to work in fast paced, dynamic and changing environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Systematic way of working, interest and capability to manage details.
• Experience in dynamic and complex project-based business environment such as BESS would be advantageous.

Why you & us?

We believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for.

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. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed.

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 onwww.wartsila.com .

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