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Do you aspire to become a key player within our Global Supply Parts Procurement Team located inBeloit, WI or Bedford, NH?\nDeciding 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!\nOur 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.\nAs a Category Purchaser for Castings & Forgings, 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.\nKey Responsibilities:\nExecute procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery targets. \nLead annual price negotiations and maintain pricing and item data in ERP and related systems. \nDefine and implement supply strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including supplier quality and logistics. \nDrive long-term cost reduction initiatives and support CCC sourcing. \nDevelop and manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance in areas such as delivery reliability, quality, innovation, and lead times. \nSupport sales and cost estimation with sourcing insights \nMonitor and ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and contractual standards. \nStay informed on industry trends and actively identify and evaluate new suppliers. \nOversee inventory levels to support healthy net working capital and operational efficiency. \nTo succeed in the role, you will need:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.\n2- 5 years’ experience in Category Management or Sourcing in the industrial sector in international organizations.\nExperience in Engineering.\nExcellent analytical skills & ability to run with swift & fact-based decisions.\nStrong influencing and negotiations skills with demonstrated ability to achieve results in a global matrix organization.\nStrong knowledge of MS Office environment.\nExperience operating in ERP Systems (previous experience using Infor LN is preferable).\nFluent in English.\nHigh level of commitment and proactive approach.\nWe 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.\nWe offer:\nWe 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.\nPlease note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.\nAdditional Information:\nDelivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. 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