Senior Purchaser

Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your career to the next level Do you aspire to become a key player within our Global Supply Parts Procurement India Team located in Chennai

Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development shaping the field as you go keep reading to see what we have to offer! Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development leadership and well-being. As a global company we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Join our team and apply your expertise as a Category Purchaser.

As a Senior Purchaser in Part Procurement you will be responsible for Valmets global spare parts procurement operations by executing operational and strategical purchasing assignments that deliver optimal value to the company. You will secure an efficient supply of parts serving customers across the Pulp Energy & Circularity Packaging and Tissue sectors. Through strategic supplier management and footprint optimization you will contribute to transforming the supply chain enhancing cost-efficiency and strengthening the competitiveness of Valmets procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute procurement activities for globally assigned categories and suppliers ensuring alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Monitor and follow up on purchase orders to secure cost efficiency quality compliance and on-time delivery.
• Manage price agreements and maintain item data in ERP and related systems.
• Plan and lead annual price negotiations with designated suppliers.
• Define supply strategies priorities timelines and action plans in collaboration with cross-functional procurement teams including supplier quality and logistics.
• Identify and implement long-term cost-saving initiatives including Design-to-Cost programs.
• Support supplier development in coordination with the Category Management function following supplier relationship management principles.
• Provide cost data and sourcing support to sales and cost estimation teams during project planning and bidding phases.
• Ensure the effective implementation of sourcing strategies with selected vendors.
• Stay informed on industry trends and technological advancements relevant to assigned categories.
• Proactively identify evaluate and qualify new suppliers to strengthen the supplier base.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts to ensure compliance with Valmets procurement policies.
• Drive sourcing initiatives in Cost Competitive Countries (CCC) to enhance global supply efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels in alignment with procurement strategies to support healthy net working capital and operational efficiency.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• Masters or Bachelors degree. Preferred fields of study: engineering or commercial
• 5 years of working experience in a similar role
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to run with swift and fact-based decisions
• Technical understanding & drawing interpretations
• Strong influencing and negotiations skills with demonstrated ability to achieve results in a global matrix organization
• Strong knowledge of Windows environment (Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint) and ERP Systems (Infor LN competence is preferrable)
• Fluent in English Other languages are an asset
• High level of commitment and proactive approach
• Ability to work and perform well under pressure with tight deadlines
• Driving license.

If you have the confidence to be able to succeed in this position or you dont fulfil all these requirements dont hesitate to apply. We are always looking for diversity and talent.

We Offer:

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package.

Additional Information:

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet we continue to push forward and develop ourselves concentrating on technology services sustainability local presence and our people.

To be included in the recruiting process please complete our on-line application form and send your CV in English as soon as possible but no later than December 24th 2025. Note that we will proceed with interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified already before the end of the application period.

Do you want to know more

For further information about the position please contact Shivkumar Patil Manager Parts Procurement India

For further information regarding the recruitment process please contact Blessy Dcastro Recruiting Manager (HR Manager)

Where everything works together

When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19000 professionals around the world we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies automation and services for the pulp paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers performance forward requires creativity technological innovations service know-how and above all teamwork.

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