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Manages and develops suppliers base, performance, relationships and negotiations\n3. Secure the objectives and targets on Quality, Delivery Reliability and Cost\n4. Conducts strategic sourcing processes including:\n-Suppliers selection, validation & suppliers’ base optimization\n-contracts coverage\n-Long term capacity management\n5. Create and update agreements with suppliers, maintain SAP Outline Agreements and material/supplier master data in relevant parts\n6. Lead/support/participate in negotiations, secure capacity and forecasting\n7. Contribute and establish good cooperation and communication internally and externally\n8. Actively leads and supports problem solving in escalated issues from divisions/support function\nWhat do we expect from you?\nBachelor’s degree or above, majored in mechanical engineering; or qualified by equivalent experience\n3+ years’ working experience on strategic sourcing in MNC\nHands-on sourcing experience on welding/machining/mechanical components.\nStrong communication and negotiation skills, Fluent spoken & written English and Chinese\nExperience of cost analysis / risk management / project management skill\nExperience on small batch or project sourcing is an advantage\nExperienced in SAP and AI skill is preferred\nWorking style and characteristics of an ideal candidate:\n\nSelf-guided and proactive team player, Positive attitude\nGrowth mindset; eager to develop, learn and try new things to continuously develop and improve.\nLong-term strategic approach and leveraging dual sourcing to drive competitiveness\nGood problem-solving skills\nExcellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills\nIn this role, some travel is required to meet with our suppliers around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 30%.\nWhy you and us\nYou are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä we value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.\nYour growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities - so you can develop beyond your potential.\nYou get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.\nContact & next steps\nSubmit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.\nPlease apply by 02/11/2026at 23:59 Chinese Standard Time. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to same time zone\nLast application date: 02/11/2026\nAt 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.\nPlease 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.\nThis is Wärtsilä\nWärtsilä 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. 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