Purchasing Manager – Professional Services

Tit le :   Purchasing   Manager   –   Professional Services

Reports to:   Kati Turunen , Head of   ICT , Engineering and   Professional Services Purchasing

Location:   KONE HQ ,   Espoo

KONE is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life by   delivering   innovative solutions   and seamless customer experiences   throughout the building lifecycle.   At   the   core   of our   RISE   strategy   are   our people ,   how we work, and how we serve our customers.   W e   aim   to be the easiest company in the industry to work for and   to   work with.

KONE   Purchasing   Organization   supports   all KONE business functions and business lines   by   ensuring   a   competitive, innovative, and   fit-for-purpose   supply of products and services .   Global Indirect   Purchasing   is a category -management-led organization that develops and implements category strategies, drives cross-functional collaboration, and continuously improves ways of working.

W e are   now   looking for   a highly   skilled and   motivated   Purchasing   Manager   – Professional Services   to join our team.

If   you are   an experienced   purchasing and   category management professional who thrives   in   complex supplier relationship management ,   supplier strategy, and delivering commercial impact at a global scale, this role   could be   for you.   You will   build strong relationships with key business stakeholders and influence demand management   across   the Professional Services   category. You will lead category planning and purchasing for selected business functions ,   such as finance, outsourced services, legal services, management consulting, marketing and HR , as well as   selected business applications .   The   final   scope will be refined based on   the selected candidate’s   profile.

To succeed in   this   role, you   will create   value across the categories and   strengthen   relationships both internally and externally.   You will work closely with senior   leaders   and   executives   in global functions.   Our aim is   to work proactively ,   better   anticipate   demand,   simplify   processes, and   identify   new suppliers   where needed to   further increase value   — supporting KONE’s ambition   to   be   the easiest to work for and   to   work with .

Main responsibilities

- Work closely with   global   category   managers , key stakeholders ,   and   business function   management teams to build category strategies aligned with broader organizational goals .

- Lead cross-functional category   collaboration   to ensure buy-in and   successful   end-to-end implementation of category strategies   across   functions and business lines.

- Develop and execute   supplier relationship management strategies   to   strengthen supplier performance , reduce costs, enhance quality and sustainability ,   and   support KONE’s   competitive advantage.

- Act   as   the   purchasing   subject matter expert   for the assigned   categories.

- Execute global transformation programs based on category strategies and business plans.

- Drive   change management and innovation with strategic suppliers and the business .

- Identify ,   initiate ,   and implement cost - saving opportunities to ensure savings targets are met .

- Run   RfX   processes   and lead   negotiations   and contract management for selected suppliers to   secure   cost- efficient,   high-quality services .

Requirements for the   rol e

- A master’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or   a   related   field.

- 10+ years   of   experience in   purchasing, category management,   or   a   relevant business   role, including   3 – 5 years within Professional Services and Temporary   Labor   categories .

- Proven   ability to manage   cross-functional initiatives,   with strong   project   and change management skills .

- Proven experience in tendering and managing major outsourcing   service   contracts .

- Experience in HQ or group function roles is considered an asset.

- Strong   expertise   in   purchasing   and sourcing strategies, including supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management.

- Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

- Extensive experience in change management and senior stakeholder engagement.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving   skills, with the ability to assess   market trends,   optimize   category plans,   simplify complexity,   and   apply a data- driven mindset . Strategic thinking and strong business acumen are essential.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills .

- A proactive, can-do attitude and collaborative way of working.

- Passion for success and continuous learning .

- Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

We offer

This is a key role and an excellent opportunity to contribute to the future of urban life by shaping how people live, work, and move   into   cities.   You will   join   dynamic teams   that are   investing   in the development of   services and solutions   used by billions of   people every   day and   contribute to offerings   recognized   for   their quality and innovation.

We offer you   the   opportunity to work in an international team ,   develop your   expertise   in   purchasing   and category management,   and   gain broad exposure to   KONE processes   through close   collaboration with   internal   organizations and external suppliers.

How to apply

If you   are   interested in this position, please send your application ,   CV ,   and cover letter   by   23 rd   September   2026 .   Interviews will   begin   as soon as suitable   candidates   are   identified .

For more information , please contact   Kati Turunen   by   email   at   [email protected]   or   by   mobile   at   + 3 58 50 4645645 .

Hiring Contact Hours

Kati Turunen will be available for calls on   Monday, 14 September 2026, from 14:00–15:00 EET .

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