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 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 looking for an On-Call Trainee for Indirect Procurement to join our team in Vaasa, Finland.
Indirect Procurement is a global strategic support function in Wärtsilä serving all employees, functions and businesses in their indirect purchasing needs. Indirect Procurement in Finland is responsible for negotiating and managing contracts as well as developing and maintaining supplier relationships.
As a Trainee, you will support the Indirect Procurement team with a variety of tasks related to sourcing activities, contract management, supplier management, and reporting. Working time is agreed upon based on the need (max 25h/week) and agreed upon on a monthly basis.
You are currently pursuing a B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, and you have:
Experience, studies, or a strong interest in one or more of the following areas will be considered an advantage:
In addition, knowledge of operational purchasing, accounting processes, and data analysis is highly valued.
We are looking for motivated students with a positive "can-do" attitude who enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. Success in this role requires strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
In return, we offer an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in indirect procurement within a global and dynamic business environment. You will work closely with experienced procurement professionals and contribute to meaningful procurement activities while developing your skills and expertise.
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 Noora Tikka, Regional Manager Finland, Indirect Procurement, through noora.tikka@wartsila.com / +358 44 975 5159 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).
Last application date: 05/10/2026
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.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed.
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