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As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.\nOur solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.\nJoin nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.\nThis is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.\nIntroduction\nWe are looking for a Sourcing Manager to join Consumables Procurement China. In this role, you will manage and develop China procurement for assigned product categories, covering sourcing and technical qualification activities to support supply availability, competitiveness, and quality. You will report to the Director, Consumables Procurement China.\nTeam youwillbelong to\nYou will join Consumables Procurement team and work with the Consumables procurement organization and interface with operations planning, manufacturing development, country teams, product lines, other business areas, internal manufacturing units, and suppliers.\nWhat you’ll do\nManages procurement in China in a cost and performance effective manner.\nMonitor market trends, cost drivers, and new technology developments.\nThrough close collaboration with PL prepare an all-encompassing procurement strategy for Consumables in China.\nWork closely with internal stakeholders (R&D, production, quality, plant buyers) on new product sourcing and supplier technical issues.\nManages a continuous improvement program regarding external suppliers. Benchmarks total cost and performance.\nNegotiate with vendors and suppliers of agreed materials for cost reductions and delivery schedules utilizing initiatives such as consignment stock agreements etc.\nManages and optimizes supplier distribution and logistics.\nManages global commercial and legal compliance to Metso standards, policies and procedures.\nManages global supplier base and implement appropriate KPI’s (product lead-time, quality levels, delivery accuracy level).\nEnsures vendors protect Metso confidential information through preparing contract agreements.\nTravel required locally up to 50% of time annually.\nWhat you’ll bring\nBachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field.\nBackground in a mechanical manufacturing & engineering environment is preferred.\nMinimum of 5 years of relevant work experience with strong negotiation, communication, and project management skills.\nStrong analytical skills. A bias for action and detail-oriented behaviors are required.\nAble to work independently with minimal supervision.\nA high level of computer skills is essential - Excel, Word, Power Point etc.\nStrong financial performance: optimized supplier costs and performance results. Cost and performance vs. industry standards and competitors.\nHighly motivated individual with the ability to work under stress and meet the deadlines.\nStrong communication skills in English.\nAbility to work in a team atmosphere.\nMust be capable of effectively and accurately working on several projects at one time, and organizing, prioritizing tasks and working in a fast paced environment. Strong communication, co-operation, interpersonal and presentation skills.\nAbility to travel frequently.\nWhat's in it for you\nAt Metso, you will combine meaningful work with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in a supportive and inclusive environment. You’ll be part of a global team where collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous learning are part of everyday work.\nWe support your growth and wellbeing by offering:\nPurpose-led work: Help enable sustainable modern life and positive change in the industry.\nSafety and wellbeing first: Join a workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion, and safe ways of working.\nCompetitive rewards: Participate in reward practices aligned with business and performance targets.\nHybrid working possibilities: Work with flexibility where role and local practices allow.\nTraining and development: Build skills through learning, mentoring, internal mobility, and global opportunities.\nSupportive team culture: Collaborate with colleagues locally and globally through open communication.\nGet in touch\nWant to rise above the possible with us? Click “Apply now” to submit your application.\nFor more information, please contact .\nMetso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.\nHow to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people\nMetso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.\nMetso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.\nMetso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. 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