Sourcing Manager, Indirect Procurement

Orion

Sourcing Manager for CAPEX projects focused on construction and Pharma manufacturing within the Indirect Procurement team. Develops sourcing strategies and manages supplier relationships primarily in Finland.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeEspoo • 🇫🇮 FinlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with global and regional business objectives.
Collaborate across functions with facility management teams, EHS, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and core business stakeholders to ensure aligned decision‑making and seamless project execution.
Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure suppliers meet all quality, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Conduct market and industry research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis to support informed sourcing decisions.
Drive initiatives focused on cost optimization, risk mitigation, operational continuity, and sustainability.
Ensure adherence to internal policies, quality systems, governance frameworks, and legal requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in Sourcing or Category Management, with a knowledge base equivalent to M.Sc. degree in Engineering, Business (e.g. SCM, Logistics, Industrial Economics) or in other suitable field.
Proven track record in Indirect Sourcing, including construction projects, capital equipment, consultancy services, or related categories.
Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, including SOWs (Statement of Work), pricing structures, commercial terms, and supplier agreements that deliver optimal outcomes.
Proficiency in developing complex RFx packages, scorecards, and award criteria.
Strong ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization, leveraging analytics and insights to to support business case evaluations and drive change.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in English and Finnish, with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Proven project management skills and the ability to document, plan, execute, and communicate programs effectively.
High level of adaptability, urgency, and integrity, with the ability to perform in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Previous experience with SAP is seen as a strong advantage.
Willingness to travel mainly domestically and engage with relevant stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Leverage deep market insight, industry trends, and risk mitigation strategies to inform decision making and support continuous improvement across sourcing processes.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with key business stakeholders to ensure current and future operational and strategic requirements are met.
Coach and mentor a small, dispersed team in procurement related topics
Participate in various procurement development projects.

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Hard Skills & Tools

SourcingCategory ManagementIndirect SourcingContract NegotiationRFx DevelopmentMarket ResearchBenchmarkingCompetitive AnalysisProject ManagementQuality Systems

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityIntegrityCollaborationDecision-MakingChange ManagementUrgencyOrganizational Skills

Certifications

M.Sc. in EngineeringM.Sc. in BusinessSCM CertificationLogistics CertificationIndustrial Economics Certification