Sourcing Manager

_Saxdor Yachts_ _is a Finnish premium boat brand, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Helsinki. In a short time, it has become one of Europes fastest-growing boat manufacturers, known for combining modern design, performance, and smart functionality._

_Founded by Sakari Mattila, Saxdor builds boats that are efficient, easy to use, and designed for real-life boating. Today, the brand offers models from 20 to 46 feet and operates globally through an extensive dealer network._

_Since March 2026 the company is part of Malibu Boats Inc., a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing recreational powerboats. saxdor.fi_

We are looking for a SOURCING MANAGER!

Saxdor is growing rapidly, and sourcing plays a critical role in cost, quality, lead time and production stability. As Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing across assigned categories: building and developing the supplier base, leading RFQs, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring supplier readiness for new projects and volume ramp-ups across European production entities.

You will work with direct materials that have a direct impact on production, quality and lead time, in close collaboration with Product, Engineering, Production and Quality. The role is hands-on, close to the business, and comes with clear ownership and responsibility.

Key responsibilities

• Lead category sourcing activities aligned with Saxdor's strategy and production needs

• Own end-to-end RFQs and supplier selection, including cost, risk and total cost of ownership analysis

• Supplier market mapping, evaluation and qualification to secure competitive and scalable partners

• Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, lead times, MOQs, Incoterms/logistics, payment terms, warranties and claims handling

• Draft and maintain sourcing agreements with management/legal (framework agreements, NDAs, code of conduct and commercial annexes)

• Conduct cost and risk analysis to support sourcing decisions, business cases, dual sourcing, standardisation and cost improvement initiatives

• Ensure supplier readiness for ramp-ups and new launches through capacity checks, lead time validation and contingency/recovery planning

• Manage key supplier performance with purchasing via KPIs, QBRs, corrective actions and escalations

• Support make-vs-buy and outsourcing initiatives with structured supplier preparedness plans

• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Production, Quality and Logistics on NPI and change management (requirements, timelines, impact and phase-in/out planning)

• Maintain supplier/contract documentation and support category reviews, reporting and process development

• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, ethical standards and trade requirements

Your background

• +3 years experience in sourcing or commercial procurement and independent negotiations.

• Experience with direct materials and manufacturing supply chains; marine, automotive, machinery or similar industries are a plus

• Solid understanding of commercial terms and contracts (pricing, lead times, MOQs, warranties, Incoterms, payment terms) and framework agreements with supplier annexes (with legal support when needed)

• Proven ability to assess supplier capability and capacity, and manage risk, escalation and delivery/quality issues

• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a structured approach to documentation (SharePoint, supplier records, decision traceability); ERP knowledge is an advantage

• Calm and resilient under pressure, able to drive issues to closure during ramp-ups, disruptions and engineering/product changes

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

• Fluent in English and Finnish; Swedish is an advantage

• Willingness to travel

🎁We offer

• A versatile and responsible role in an international growth company

• Collaboration with skilled and inspiring colleagues

• Flexibility, including hybrid work (4+1) and flexible working hours

• Involvement in development projects and opportunities to grow your expertise

• Competitive employee benefits, including lunch benefit, parking and extended occupational healthcare

_Do you have any questions about the position or the recruitment process? Please contact:_ _milena.rahi@reqruitz.com_

_Saxdor Yachts_ _is a Finnish premium boat brand, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Helsinki. In a short time, it has become one of Europes fastest-growing boat manufacturers, known for combining modern design, performance, and smart functionality._

_Founded by Sakari Mattila, Saxdor builds boats that are efficient, easy to use, and designed for real-life boating. Today, the brand offers models from 20 to 46 feet and operates globally through an extensive dealer network._

_Since March 2026 the company is part of Malibu Boats Inc., a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing recreational powerboats. saxdor.fi_