Category Lead, Technical Materials and Equipment

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: Neste is hiring a Category Lead for Technical Materials and Equipment based in Espoo or Porvoo, Finland to lead one global refinery-related category. The role requires developing and executing global category strategy and leading complex global sourcing projects and negotiations to ensure security of supply and optimize total cost of ownership. The Category Lead will manage strategic supplier portfolios, drive supplier performance and risk mitigation, and collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance and Production stakeholders worldwide. Applicants should have senior end-to-end category management experience in industrial settings, a technical (preferably engineering) background and a Master’s or equivalent, and the role includes hybrid work and Finnish employee benefits. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. We are looking for you, Category Lead to our Technical Materials and Equipment Procurement team in Espoo or Porvoo, Finland. Our team manages the strategic procurement of technical materials and equipment for our refineries globally. Depending on your background and interests you will be leading one of the global categories, for example Fixed Equipment, Piping Materials or Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. In this role you will work closely with functional stakeholders in Finland, the Netherlands and Singapore as well as your global supplier portfolio. In our team, you will collaborate on strategic sourcing initiatives, drive supplier performance and manage key supplier relationships and the entire supplier portfolio in the category. You will play a key role in our ongoing procurement transformation, driving both process efficiency and strategic value creation. Together with your expertise, we can do meaningful work to drive Neste forward. Reasons to join We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate. We prioritize safety at all times and in every location. We strive to create a positive and impactful work environment. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global company, we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We work at the office at least three days a week to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging. In addition, our benefits for employees in Finland include, for example, a personnel fund as part of the overall remuneration, good occupational health care, a membership in a sickness or health insurance fund and leisure time accident insurance. We also support leisure time activities, e.g. by offering benefits for sports and culture (ePassi). We organize free bus transportation to Kilpilahti for our employees from the capital region, Porvoo and the nearby areas. More about the job Your role in our team Develop and execute the global Category strategy for your dedicated area. Manage a strategic supplier portfolio, including performance management, risk mitigation, and development of key supplier partnerships fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement together. Proactively engage with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production stakeholders globally to understand technical requirements and jointly drive standardization Lead complex, global sourcing projects and negotiations to deliver optimal Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and ensure security of supply for Neste’s refineries. Draft, review, and oversee complex supply contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Proactively monitor market insights (e.g., commodity trends, equipment lead times, supplier capacity) and communicate strategic implications to internal stakeholders. Actively leverage global sourcing opportunities for finding best cost country suppliers The best combination to succeed in this role Senior-level experience: A proven track record in end-to-end category management within global industrial environments. Strategic procurement expertise: Several years of experience in strategic procurement focused on materials or equipment, ideally within the MRO, refinery, chemical, or process industries. Technical acumen: A technical background (e.g., Engineering) is highly valued, as the role requires understanding of the technical materials and equipment we procure. Safety-oriented mindset: A strong sense of accountability for the end-to-end procurement process and commitment to safety at all times. Educational background: Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering,