Regional Category Lead

Are you our next creator of change?

Do you want to be part of creating solutions for mitigating climate change? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. Together we will accelerate transformation for a more sustainable future.

We are looking for you,

Regional Category Lead, Technical Services Procurement

to our Procurement team in Porvoo, Finland.

You will focus on end-to-end category management of technical services for maintenance and investment projects for Neste Porvoo Refinery. In this job you will work closely with Procurement, Maintenance and Investment Projects colleagues in Singapore and Europe.

In our team, you will collaborate on strategic sourcing initiatives, drive supplier performance, and contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our procurement processes. Together with you and your expertise, we can make an impact today and keep our promises for tomorrow.

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We create solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. We live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities, fostering both courage and curiosity. As a global company, collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities.

In addition, our benefits for employees in Finland include, for example, a personnel fund as part of the overall remuneration, good occupational health care, and an extensive membership in a sickness or health insurance fund. We also support leisure time activities, e.g. by offering benefits for sports and culture.

The job is located in Kilpilahti, Porvoo, which is about 30 minutes by car from the center of Helsinki. 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 implement comprehensive category strategies for Technical Services (e.g., mechanical, electrical and instrumentation works) based on market analysis, spend analysis, and stakeholder needs.
• Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, including information gathering, RFx development and management, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with maintenance and investment projects stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide strategic sourcing guidance.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and ensure they meet quality, cost, and service expectations.
• Negotiate, draft and review complex Technical Services contracts with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, service levels, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor supplier performance (e.g., contractor safety, cost efficiency and others), manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the Technical Services categories.
• Collaborate with legal and risk management teams to ensure contracts comply with relevant policies and regulations.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and track realized savings against targets.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of procurement policies, processes, and tools.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in Technical Services procurement.

Keys to success in this role

• Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to drive results
• Extensive experience managing complex procurement categories encompassing services, equipment, products, infrastructure, and maintenance, consistently driving significant value and efficiency improvements
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
• 5+ years of experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role
• Strong negotiation, contract drafting, and supplier management skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

 
Let’s get you started

We look forward to receiving your CV and application (with a salary request) by October 22, 2025.

If you have any questions regarding the process or the position, please get in touch with Niko Paavola, Head of Technical Services Categories, +358 50 458 4050 on October 15th at 12:00-13:00 (EEST) or October 20th at 12:00-13:00 (EEST).

Due to security and confidentiality, please submit your application through our recruitment system. Applications sent via email will not be considered. The recruitment process will include interviews and a possible aptitude assessment. The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A possible security clearance is obtained with your consent.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) creates solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. The company is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, enabling its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste refines waste, residues and other renewable raw materials to high-quality renewable fuels at its refineries located on three continents. The company’s annual renewable fuels production capacity will be increased to 6.8 million tons in 2027.

Neste has high standards for sustainability and the company has consistently been recognized by several leading sustainability indices. In 2024, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 20.6 billion. Read more: neste.com


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