General procurement sourcing manager

Secure Land Communications (SLC), an Airbus business unit, offers advanced communication and collaboration solutions to gather, process and deploy intelligence. Its portfolio is tailored to the needs of Public Safety, Defence and Transport, Utility and Industry (TUI). It includes infrastructures, devices, applications and services based on Tetra, Tetrapol and Broadband technologies (either single, hybrid or multi-technology solutions). As the European leader and a key international player, SLC has customers in more than 80 countries and employs around 1,150 people in 17 countries. In Finland, Airbus Defence and Space Oy employs around 320 people in Helsinki and Jyväskylä.

We are now looking for

GENERAL PROCUREMENT SOURCING MANAGER

to join our customer's sourcing team in Helsinki. The position is a temporary for one year. After that the continuation will be re-evaluated.

Tasks & responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the General procurement sourcing activity, manage the tendering and the contract negotiation to achieve the best purchasing conditions in accordance within Company requirements.
  • Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers.
  • Create PO and send the Purchase Orders to the suppliers, as well as the follow up of the delivery.
  • Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options.
  • Work with team members and procurement manager to complete duties as needed.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor level degree in technical science or business administration.
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing / purchasing.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills: English & Finnish language are required.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
  • Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
  • Ability to negotiate, establish the contracts.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
  • Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels.
  • Goal-oriented, organized team player.
  • Successful conduct of this job requires excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills as well as good influencing and networking skills.

We offer you a great opportunity to work in an international environment with professional colleagues and challenging tasks.

To apply please send your CV and cover letter with salary request in English via the link below. For further information, please contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Mikko Rämänen, tel. +358 50 516 0054 / [email protected].

Read more about Airbus in Finland on:

https://www.securelandcommunications.com/airbus-finland

Read more about what we do on:

https://www.securelandcommunications.com

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