Project Sourcing Manager

ValueOne is looking for a Project Sourcing Manager for an assignment with one of our clients in the process industry located in Kokkola, Finland. The project is scheduled to start in December or January and will run for 6 months, with the possibility of hybrid work (50-70%). ValueOne specializes in supply chain management, purchasing, and logistics. We offer our customers services in three business areas: interim logistics and procurement consultants, recruitment of buyers and logisticians, as well as the development of our customers’ supply chain operations in terms of strategies, models, methods, processes, structure, and competence. We can offer a variety of assignments at all levels within Supply Chain Management. As a consultant at ValueOne, you are part of a professional and enterprising team consisting of the leading consultants in purchasing and logistics. If you choose to join our team, you will be offered: • A market salary, which you can influence yourself. • Occupational pension. • Health and care insurance. • Health care allowance. • Personal coaching and career advice. • Network meetings with competent colleagues and Supply Chain professionals through recurring events and lectures. • Competence development through world-leading individually tailored education and courses in Supply Chain thanks to our partnership with CIPS (www.cips.org). The role As Project Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process for civil and groundworks contracts related to an expansion project. You will lead and coordinate sourcing activities from needs analysis through to final negotiations and follow-up. Your role ensures the delivery of competitive, high-quality agreements and contributes to the successful execution of the project. Main responsibilities: • Lead and execute procurement processes for civil and groundworks contracts, as well as related site services. • Prepare and issue requests for quotation (RFQs) and manage the entire tendering process. • Evaluate bids based on cost, quality, scope, and safety. • Document and follow up on all steps in the procurement and contracting process. • Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams on schedules, contract drafting, deliveries, and risk management related to sourcing. • Monitor supplier performance and manage any deviations or changes. • Ensure the project stays within budget and meets targets through cost tracking and reporting. Experience and competencies We are seeking an experienced professional with a proven track record in the procurement of construction contracts within civil works, groundworks, or other construction projects in the industrial or infrastructure sectors. You hold a post-secondary degree, preferably in economics, engineering, or industrial management. Fluency in Finnish and English, both spoken and written, is essential for this assignment, while knowledge of Swedish is considered an advantage. Experience with AB/ABT and the Finnish equivalent YSE is highly desirable. You are comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively with colleagues. We believe you have strong business acumen, excellent attention to detail, and an analytical, structured approach to your work. Application We look forward to receiving your application. Feel free to contact Emmy Aho at 076 513 40 22 or 010 332 29 20 with any questions regarding the listed position. Please note that to apply for this position you need to be an EU citizen or have a valid Swedish working permit.