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Water and Waste business unit (WAW) is a true end-to-end business as part of Wärtsilä Portfolio Businesses. WAW is a global leader in designing and supplying innovative wet and dry waste equipment and freshwater generation solutions for passenger vessels & conventional waste management and ballast water treatment equipment for all marine segments. WAW has the industry’s broadest product offering to secure beyond compliant operations for our marine customers.
We are seeking a
Lead Strategic Purchaser to join our global procurement team based in the UK, Poole, Dorset. This is a high-impact role responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with our business goals, ensuring cost-effective, timely, and quality supply of critical components and systems across our marine product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key categories, focusing on long-term value creation.
- Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management processes.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance, innovation, and risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project teams to align procurement strategies with technical and commercial requirements.
- Monitor market trends, cost drivers, and supply chain risks to inform decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, tools, and supplier performance.
- Support sustainability and compliance initiatives across the supply chain.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in strategic procurement, ideally within the marine, maritime, or heavy engineering sectors.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Experience with global sourcing and supplier development.
- Familiarity with marine systems, components, and regulatory requirements is a strong advantage.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement tools.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping the future of sustainable marine operations.
- Work in a collaborative, international environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.
Ready to Navigate Your Next Career Move?
Apply now and help us deliver smarter, cleaner, and more efficient marine solutions worldwide.
Last application date: 31/07/2025
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.
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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 on www.wartsila.com.
