Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing

Introduction

We are looking for a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager, Grinding, Bulk, Pyro, and Smelting to join our Services Sourcing Business Area. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies that improve product profitability, strengthen supplier performance, and support business growth across our Grinding, Bulk, Pyro, and Smelting product groups.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies and procurement roadmaps for Grinding, Bulk, Pyro, and Smelting product groups.
• Build and optimize a competitive global supplier base that supports cost, quality, delivery, and growth objectives.
• Identify and implement Best Cost Country sourcing opportunities while developing existing and new supplier relationships.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contracting activities, and commercial discussions with strategic suppliers.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance related to cost, quality, lead times, availability, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, sales, and operations teams to support business priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement of sourcing KPIs, including savings, supplier performance, contract coverage, and product cost development.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience delivering measurable sourcing, procurement, or supply chain improvements in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, supplier development, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies and translating them into actionable business plans and measurable results.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and build strong working relationships in a global organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a hands-on approach to execution.
• Experience using ERP systems, Microsoft Office applications, and sourcing or procurement tools.
• Experience within mining, heavy industry, engineered products, industrial equipment, or manufacturing environments (nice to have).
• Experience with global supplier networks and Best Cost Country sourcing initiatives (nice to have).

What's In It For You

• Purpose-led work: Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry.
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing programs, occupational healthcare, and supportive services.
• Rewards: Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options to support balance and productivity.
• Growth: Learning pathways, mentoring, internal mobility, and global collaboration opportunities.
• Culture: A caring, collaborative, and inclusive workplace committed to helping you thrive.

When Joining Metso in the United States

• Competitive benefits plan.
• Healthy living rewards.
• Mental wellbeing services.
• Annual leave starting at 15 days per calendar year.
• Engagement surveys.
• Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Get in Touch

To apply, click "Apply now". For more information, please contact Deidre Largent, Talent Acquisition Specialist at deidre.largent@metso.com. We review applications on an ongoing basis and may begin interviews before the application deadline.

About Metso

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Diversity and Inclusion

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.