Category Purchaser

Valmet; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded pension plan

Job summary

Valmet is seeking a Category Purchaser to lead procurement for mechanical components across global operations, focusing on castings, forgings, assemblies and machine parts. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value.

Qualified candidates have 2–5 years in category management or sourcing in an industrial setting, engineering background, and strong analytic and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of Category Management or Sourcing experience in industrial sectors.
• Experience in Engineering.
• Excellent analytical skills and data-driven decision making.
• Strong influencing and negotiations skills in a global matrix.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers.
• Lead annual price negotiations and manage item data in ERP.
• Define supply strategies with cross-functional teams.
• Drive long-term cost reduction and support CCC sourcing.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships for delivery and quality.
• Provide sourcing insights to support sales and cost estimation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contractual standards.
• Monitor industry trends and identify new suppliers.
• Oversee inventory to support working capital and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

MS Office

Cross-functional teamwork

English fluency

Sourcing/Category management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

Infor LN

Job description

## Category PurchaserApplylocations: Beloit, WI: Bedford, NHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R59515# **Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your career to the next level? Do you aspire to become a key player within our Global Supply Parts Procurement Team located in *Beloit, WI or Bedford, NH*?**Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer!Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise in our industry, leading team of professionals.As a **Category Purchaser** for mechanical components, with a strong focus on sourcing castings, forgings, assemblies, and mild steel machine parts, you will lead and coordinate Valmet’s global spare parts procurement operations by executing operational and strategical purchasing assignments that deliver optimal value to the company. You will secure an efficient supply of parts serving customers across the Pulp, Energy & Circularity, Packaging, and Tissue sectors. Through strategic supplier management and footprint optimization, you will contribute to transforming the supply chain, enhancing cost-efficiency, and strengthening the competitiveness of Valmet’s procurement function.**Key Responsibilities:*** Execute procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery targets.* Lead annual price negotiations and maintain pricing and item data in ERP and related systems.* Define and implement supply strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including supplier quality and logistics.* Drive long-term cost reduction initiatives and support CCC sourcing.* Develop and manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance in areas such as delivery reliability, quality, innovation, and lead times.* Support sales and cost estimation with sourcing insights* Monitor and ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and contractual standards.* Stay informed on industry trends and actively identify and evaluate new suppliers.* Oversee inventory levels to support healthy net working capital and operational efficiency.### **To succeed in the role, you will need:*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.* 2- 5 years’ experience in Category Management or Sourcing in the industrial sector in international organizations.* Experience in Engineering.* Excellent analytical skills & ability to run with swift & fact-based decisions.* Strong influencing and negotiations skills with demonstrated ability to achieve results in a global matrix organization.* Strong knowledge of MS Office environment.* Experience operating in ERP Systems (previous experience using Infor LN is preferable).* Fluent in English.* High level of commitment and proactive approach.We are looking for a self-motivated, engaged, innovative, passionate individual who is comfortable working with diverse cross functional teams. Someone who demonstrates flexibility and efficiency in dynamic situations and stand out for their ability to collaborate and work in a team-oriented manner, while maintaining a high level of integrity and commitment to achieving the organization’s goals.**We offer:**We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan.Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.**Additional Information:**Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.**When everything works together***Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 20,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.* Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers