Sourcing Manager

iLOQ; Espoo; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Lunch benefit

Health care

Life insurance

Team events

Job summary

iLOQ, an international company headquartered in Finland, is seeking a Sourcing Manager to own the Electronics Manufacturing Services category. The role is based in Espoo or Oulu and involves strategy development, supplier selection, and close collaboration with R&D to support growth.

You will negotiate agreements, drive cost-effective solutions, and lead cross-functional efforts with Supply Chain and Engineering teams, shaping iLOQ's procurement roadmap.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sourcing/category/supply chain.
• Technical/engineering education in mechanics/materials/production.
• Strong analytics and a should-cost mindset.
• Strategic, category-owner mindset.
• Ability to balance priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• English communication; other languages a plus.
• Willingness to travel and collaborate with R&D.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost, quality, and availability for Electronics Manufacturing Services category.
• Create and maintain the category strategy.
• Develop cost-effective and scalable supply solutions.
• Lead supplier cooperation and negotiations.
• Collaborate with R&D during product development.
• Identify and qualify best suppliers to drive growth.
• Develop processes and practices in your area of responsibility.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Multi-priority management

English communication

R&D collaboration

EMS knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering education

Job description

Making life accessible

iLOQ is an international company headquartered in Finland that offers intelligent locking systems and total access management solutions. We guarantee safe access to buildings and facilities. Our mission is to make everyday life easier with a diverse range of safe and sustainable products for individual buildings and large real estate complexes.

We are now seeking a Sourcing Manager to join our dynamic team. This role can be located either in Espoo or in Oulu, Finland.

What you'll do

In this role, you will manage and drive cost, quality, and availability for your Electronics Manufacturing Services category. Your responsibilities include, for example, creating and maintaining the category strategy, developing cost‑effective and scalable supply solutions, second‑sourcing where needed, and leading supplier cooperation. You will work in the Sourcing team, closely with other Supply Chain teams, and in cooperation with R&D to participate in product development. You will identify and qualify the best suppliers, negotiate agreements, and develop approaches that enable iLOQ’s growth. You will also develop processes and practices in your area of responsibility.

What you'll bring

• 3+ years of relevant sourcing/category/supply chain experience
• Relevant technical/engineering education (e.g., mechanics, materials, production)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and a TCO/should‑cost mindset
• Strategic thinking and a category‑owner perspective
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑moving environment
• Great communication and negotiation skills in English (other languages great plus)
• Technically oriented mindset and ability to collaborate closely with R&D
• Familiarity with Global Electronics Manufacturing Services market & trends
• Capability to travel and to work both independently and as a part of a team.

What you'll get

We offer you a workplace within a collaborative and forward‑thinking company culture. You will work in a dynamic environment where you will have challenging tasks and gain responsibility, and diverse opportunities to develop yourself and your professional skills. You will have a genuine opportunity to make a real difference in a fast‑growing international company and influence the work environment of the entire company. We will take care of you by providing excellent onboarding experience with friendly, helpful, and passionate colleagues. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus program, full lunch benefit, extensive occupational health care with an annual dental check, life insurance, as well as regular team‑ and company‑wide events that strengthen our sense of community.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and all employees are treated with respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace.

We are expecting your application by August 15th at the latest. Please note, that we might be reviewing candidates and conducting interviews already during the application process and fill the position as soon as the right person has been found.