Strategic Buyer
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Liperi, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 92% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€2,240–€4,821). Range-width comparison is limited because one of the salary bands is incomplete. This benchmark is based on 11 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Liperi, Finland | €2,240/per month | €3,373/per month | €4,821/per month |
| Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level) | €281/per month | €281/per month | €281/per month |
This vacancy is about a strategic buyer responsible for developing procurement categories, supplier collaboration, price negotiation, and cost optimization. It reports to the materials manager and is located near Joensuu in Liperi. Responsibilities include crafting category strategies, supplier relationship management, tenders, cost analysis, risk management, supplier onboarding, and monitoring purchasing KPIs.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies
- Build and lead supplier relationships
- Negotiate prices and terms
- Conduct tenders and identify savings
- Analyze cost structures and market conditions
- Manage supply risks and develop alternative sources
- Monitor material availability and market developments
- Collaborate on onboarding of new products and suppliers
- Track procurement metrics and drive supplier performance
Requirements
- Technical or commercial education
- Experience in strategic procurement & category management
- Negotiation and contract management skills
- Analytical mindset and data-driven decision making
- Proficiency in Finnish and English
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