Posted August 12, 2026 · 6 days agoLast seen August 17, 2026Deadline July 30, 2026

Valtra Oy Ab · Company insights

Category Buyer

Sourcing Manager/Local buyer, Indirect purchasing

Suolahti, Finland

Onsite · Purchasing

Full-time · Senior

English

No People Management

Bachelor

3 years experience

About the role

The Category Buyer is responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of single or multiple sub-categories within a broader category. This role ensures supplier strategy alignment, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and risk management while supporting the overall category strategy led by the Global Category Manager Procurement and Regional Category Manager Procurement.

Job Details

Responsibilities

Accountable for savings target execution for Operations and Facilities categories in Finland
Supplier Management: Identify, qualify, and manage supplier relationships, including performance evaluations and contract negotiations
Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms
Cost Optimization: Drive initiatives for cost reduction and process improvements
RFx preparation, execution, and analysis
Assist Regional and Global Category Managers in contracting suppliers
Develop knowledge of category trends including industry trends and cost drivers
Manage priorities and internal customer expectations including special projects

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of prior experience in procurement is a must, preferably in Operations categories
bachelor's degree in Related Field
Knowledge of Purchase-to-Pay process
Excellent negotiation skills with external suppliers
Team player and able to work in a multicultural environment
Strong analytical and influencing skills
Good knowledge of SAP, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communications skills in English