Operational Purchaser

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world's widest portfolio and service network, we - Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world's most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

Wärtsilä Finland, Marine, Power Supply, Delivery Centre Sustainable Technology Hub, Operational Purchasing is looking for an Operational Purchaser. The position is crucial for securing on-time material availability and optimizing the inventory level. Previous experience in purchasing or logistics in the manufacturing industry is highly appreciated.

The position is permanent and located in Vaasa, Finland. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the right amount of required material is available just on time when needed
• Be responsible for forecasting, requirement and delivery planning, ordering and order supervision for assigned component portfolio
• Operational management of the supply chain for assigned suppliers
• Manage and measure supplier quality level
• Manage document revision to supplier
• Maintain and develop material master data
• Optimize the inventory turnover
• Other tasks related to operative purchasing

Requirements

• MSc in Engineering, Economics or similar
• Experience in purchasing or logistics in the manufacturing industry
• Good communication, teamwork and social skills
• A systematic and proactive approach to working
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong PC skills (e.g. SAP, PowerBI knowledge, advanced Excel skills)
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Finnish, Swedish skills are seen as an advantage
• Knowledge of demand-driven material requirements planning
• Knowledge of LEAN principles is seen as an advantage (e.g. value stream mapping, kaizen, root cause analysis)
• Experience in process development is seen as an advantage

We offer

• Opportunities to challenge yourself and a great team that supports you with your various purchasing tasks
• A positive working environment where you could give your contribution and know-how to optimize material and information flow within the supply chain
• Employment benefits e.g. E-passi, extensive occupational health service
• Global career opportunities

Why you and us?

You are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities, so you can develop beyond your potential.

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps

Please apply by 4.1.2026 through our Careers portal. Interviews will be started already before the application deadline so please leave your application as soon as possible. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact:

Kia Kalliokoski
Team Manager, Purchasing
[email protected]

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.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

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.