ICT Sourcing manager

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies with smart technology, and our Smart Marine and Energy visions into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

Wärtsilä Information Management (IM) supports businesses in digitizing core operations and enabling new digital business opportunities via technology and information. Wärtsilä IM has defined a new strategy for the next 3 years and is currently going through a transformation to support even better the global businesses and operations of Wärtsilä.

ICT Sourcing and Partner Management is a part of Wärtsilä IM. The unit is responsible for ICT sourcing and procurement and partner management. We are now looking for an experienced ICT Sourcing manager to handle our partnerships, negotiations and contracts with selected key technology providers and system integrators. We are looking for an experienced sourcing professional with a track record of managing global partnerships at this scale. Passion and experience for developing sourcing tools, processes and ways of working is a definitive plus. 

This position is offered on a permanent basis and the successful candidate will be located in Vaasa, Helsinki or Turku (Finland).

What will you be doing?

As an ICT Sourcing manager, your work will include the following responsibilities:

• Lead ICT contract negotiations and purchasing activities
• Manage ICT supplier performance
• Manage supplier co-operation and governance
• Develop supplier portfolio and supplier management processes
• Gather and analyze spend and supplier data
• Follow and share best practices and future trends, execute benchmarking

You will shine in this role if you have:

• M.Sc. or equivalent 
• Over 5 years of experience in complex ICT partnerships and complex contract negotiations
• Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills in English and Finnish
• Strong experience in leading large and demanding ICT partnerships and contract negotiations
• Deep understanding of software licensing models, IT services and IT consultancy
• Excellent supplier management and strategic supplier steering experience
• Experience of ICT Service Management is a plus
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders and recognize the relevant points
• Understanding of ICT supplier market and future IT trends 
• Knowledge in sourcing process, sourcing methods and best practices
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong personal drive, used to take own initiatives and being pro-active
• Driven to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Independent, proactive, development-minded and goal focused attitude to work

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We offer: 

• An opportunity to shape Wärtsilä’s digital strategy execution and future
• An opportunity to driven meaningful change in large global enterprise
• A challenging job with interesting global programs that make a difference 
• An opportunity to leave your mark on decarbonization of planet earth
• Supportive and skilled colleagues and inspiring atmosphere 
• Opportunities for professional development and growth 
• Competitive pay and benefits

Contact & next steps

Does this sound like a job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline April, 10th, 2022, through submitting your application via our career’s portal. 
We aim to keep you updated on the process all the way. 

Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to:   
Mikko Kivistö, Director, 
ICT Sourcing and Partner Management
Mikko.kivisto@wartsila.com
Tel. +358 50 487 2455

Last application date: 10/04/2022

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health check, including the drug test/screening. The legislation of the country followed when person is located outside of Finland.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,000 professionals in more than 200 locations in 68 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2021, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4.8 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Find out more at www.wartsila.com.