Senior Purchasing & Logistics Manager – Defence & Weapon Systems

Patria Oyj; Tampere; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus program

Lunch and recreational benefits

Support for job-related studies

Comprehensive occupational healthcare

Leisure-time accident insurance

Job summary

Patria Oyj in Tampere is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Manager for Defence and Weapon Systems. You will lead procurement of raw materials and components, coordinate logistics, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance.

You will manage a small team of purchasers, ensure material availability for production, and collaborate with Production Planning to align with MRP requirements. The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic sourcing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, industrial management, logistics or business.
• Electronics supply chain and manufacturing knowledge
• Hands-on leadership style with operational focus
• Strong communication skills in Finnish and English

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, components and sub-assemblies
• Active communication and collaboration with related component suppliers
• Work closely with Production Planning to align purchasing with MRP requirements
• Support to evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery reliability, cost)
• Optimize inventory levels, material flows and working capital performance
• Drives continuous improvement and capability development within team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, industrial management, logistics or business

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Analytics tools

Job description

Patria Oyj in Tampere is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Manager for Defence and Weapon Systems. You will lead procurement of raw materials and components, coordinate logistics, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance.

You will manage a small team of purchasers, ensure material availability for production, and collaborate with Production Planning to align with MRP requirements. The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic sourcing.