Procurement Specialist, Mechanics at KONE

Your main responsibilities:

Managing independently all procurement activities such as supplier contract, price, and RFQ management and negotiation for international projects
Managing project with domestic suppliers and coordinating project meetings with stakeholders and suppliers, working closely with all the stakeholders to reach agreed targets
Coordinate related procurement specialists in or out Mechanics procurement team to support projects when needed
Identifying and driving new cost savings initiatives to support our profitability
Support to manage supplier quality and on-time delivery in collaboration with the stakeholders
Support supply and tendering teams in quotations, samples, and material management processes
Report monthly key performance indicators
Manage budgets, forecasts, and savings for projects
Export project support
Other tasks assigned

We expect you to have:

B or M level degree from a relevant field (e.g., Mechanics, engineering, metal material or supply chain management related)
More than 5 years’ work experience in procurement
Mechanics experience preferred, ability to read technical drawings
Experience in international project procurement and managing supplier relationships with global customers
Understanding of the basics of project work and the importance of total cost of ownership, project time schedule, and supply chain.
Patiently and carefully, adept at managing projects independently as well as working with other business functions
Analytical and strategic thinking
Fluent English language skills
Clear communication skills and good negotiation skills
Willingness to travel on site and supplier visits
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel experience

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.