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Valmet Inc.

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China , Wuxi

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Job Description:

Drive global sourcing impact as a Category Purchaser. Are you ready for the next step in your procurement career? Join a global supply organization where your work directly impacts cost competitiveness, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. In this role, you will own sourcing activities, collaborate across functions, and contribute to long-term business success.

Job Responsibility:

  • Execute procurement activities within Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Electrical Components, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets
  • Execute procurement activities ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets
  • Lead negotiations and maintain updated pricing and item data in ERP systems
  • Collaborate with logistics, engineering, quality, and sales to implement supply strategies
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives and support should-cost and cost breakdown activities
  • Develop supplier relationships and support supplier audit activities for performance improvement

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain or a related field
  • 2–5 years of procurement/sourcing experience, preferably with BOM or cost structure understanding
  • Ability to read engineering drawings or basic understanding of mechanical/pneumatic/electrical components
  • Experience with supplier audits and cost improvement projects
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills in English
What we offer:
  • Inspiring environment
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Modern tools
  • Global collaboration
  • Flexible working arrangements support work–life balance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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