The renewable materials company
Category Manager, Professional Services
Location
Finland
Posted
16 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Category Manager, Professional Services
Stora Enso
• Own and drive category strategy, spend, and sourcing outcomes • Deliver best total cost while ensuring quality and service • Lead tenders, negotiations, and contracts with global suppliers • Develop and execute category strategies with focus to deliver lowest total cost for the required quality and service levels • Build and develop a competitive, sustainable supplier base • Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply • Leverage supplier innovation to support business growth • Use advanced tools (e-sourcing, analytics, AI) to improve efficiency and transparency • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across business units
Job Requirements
- 5+ years in strategic sourcing / category management
- Proven success in complex negotiations and contract management
- Strong understanding of supplier markets, TCO, and cost drivers
- Experience working in international, cross-functional environments
- Data-driven mindset and comfort with analytics & digital tools
- Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Professional development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing programs
- Diverse work environment
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