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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Helsinki, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 93% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€2,070–€5,000). The listed pay band (€219–€259) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 2664 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Helsinki, Finland | €2,070/per month | €2,872/per month | €5,000/per month |
| Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Manager) | €219/per month | €239/per month | €259/per month |
Sourcing Category Manager, ICT, Helsinki-based role at Valio. Drive strategic ICT sourcing, lead end-to-end sourcing across cloud platforms, SaaS, software, telecom, IT services, and data solutions. Design and execute complex sourcing events, structure commercial and contractual models, and build category strategies aligned with IT roadmap and emerging technologies. 3–5+ years of ICT sourcing experience; fluent in Finnish and English. Flexible hybrid model (2-3 days at office per week). Application by 16.8.2026. Contact: Sari Hakkarainen, Director, Indirect Sourcing.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Drive strategic sourcing in a dynamic ICT landscape
- Lead end-to-end sourcing across cloud platforms, SaaS, software, telecom, IT services, and data solutions
- Design and execute complex sourcing events (RFP/RFQ) in rapidly evolving markets
- Structure commercial and contractual models that secure high efficiency and service level
- Harness strategic sourcing and technology opportunities to creating business value
- Build and execute sourcing category strategies aligned with IT roadmap, digital transformation, and emerging technologies
- Identify and deliver cost opportunities and value beyond cost: innovation, scalability, resilience, and speed-to-market
- Drive supplier ecosystem performance
- Lead strategic supplier relationships (SRM) with key ICT partners
- Manage performance, risks, and value creation across a global supplier base
- Drive collaboration and co-innovation with technology partners
- Act as a trusted business partner
- Work closely with ICT, data, and business stakeholders to align sourcing with strategic priorities
- Challenge demand and support decision-making with market intelligence and commercial insight
- Ensure resilience, compliance & governance
- Manage risks related to cybersecurity, data privacy, AI regulation, and supply continuity
- Ensure compliance while enabling agility and innovation
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of experience in ICT sourcing, procurement, or vendor management
- Proven track record in negotiation, contract management, and value delivery
- Understanding of cloud, data platforms, cybersecurity, or AI-related services
- Ability to operate in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Fluent in Finnish and English
- Experience with procurement tools (e.g. Sievo, Noventia or similar) and/or SAP S/4HANA is an advantage
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