Supplier Development Engineer trieste

Supplier Development Engineer
Trieste
Friuli Venezia Giulia, trieste

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 through innovation in technology and services 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 a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride? We are now looking for a Supplier Development Engineer to join our team of Supplier Development Engineers in Parts and Field Service, working for a better future. The position is permanent. The preferred location is Trieste (Italy), but Vaasa (Finland), Kampen (Netherlands), and any main Wärtsilä location within Europe can be considered as well. What you will be doing In this position, your work will include identifying, developing, and executing Supplier Development actions for the category team's scope of supply, specifically for Category 09: Fuel Injection Equipment. On a typical day, you might start by monitoring and analysing supplier performance and end the day with executing action plans for supplier improvements. You will not be working on this alone, even though the work requires a high level of independence, as you will have the support from Supplier Development teammates and the Category team (Strategic Purchaser and Category Manager). For us to be the best match, we expect you to have an understanding of sourcing principles and Supply Management, and a degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering and/or Business. For you to succeed in the position, we hope you have a strong solution-oriented approach, capability to implement, and persistence to follow up on activities to ensure sustainability and quality. As Supplier Development Engineer, your work will focus on these responsibilities: Monitor and analyse supplier performance and give guidance accordingly. Take ownership and action on Quality, Delivery, and Cost activities. Support suppliers with their operational efficiency/product improvement and development initiatives. Assess and follow up the suppliers' quality management systems and Supplier Management System (VMS) rating. Act as a point of contact for suppliers with quality, delivery, or technical problems. To be successful in this role we expect you to have: Understanding of Supply Management and Quality principles. Project management knowledge. Experience in SAP and reporting tools (PowerBI). Value Stream Mapping mindset. In this role, some travel is required to meet with our suppliers around Europe. Thus, we hope you are ready to travel approximately 40% of the time. Why you and us? We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other's growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe that by being your true self, you can accomplish so much more. We don't always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we ensure 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, where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition? We have an amazing team, and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. Contact & next steps We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. For further questions, please reach out to Luca Mondo, Manager, Supplier Development - Parts & Field Service through email luca. mondowartsila.com with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy Last application date: 27/01/2025 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. This is Wärtsilä Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17, 800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. J-18808-Ljbffr