Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 07/09/2025

 

 

 

Introduction:
 

We are seeking a Senior Tactical Sourcing Agent to lead RFQ processes, manage supplier responses, and make strategic supplier selections. Proficiency in Jaggaer and SAP, along with strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, is essential. If you are detail-oriented and committed to high standards, we invite you to apply.
 
This position will be ideally based in York, PA (USA) but are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. This role will report to the Sourcing Director for Grinding, Bulk, Pyro, and Smelting Products Lines for the aftermarket business.

 

This position may require travel up to 10%.

 

What you'll do:
 

Lead the preparation and execution of Request for Quotations (RFQ) to be sent to suppliers using the ERP systems or e-mail, ensuring comprehensive and accurate documentation. Strategically manage supplier responses to RFQs, ensuring adherence to targeted turnaround times and proactively addressing any delays. Evaluate and prioritize suppliers based on thorough screening processes, ensuring a deep understanding of each supplier’s capacity, capabilities, and performance history. Make strategic decisions in supplier selection, considering key factors such as price, lead time, quality, and reliability. Provide leadership and support to the procurement, project management, and proposal teams, offering guidance and resolving complex issues as they arise. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational goals and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes. Read and understand manufacturing drawings and bills of materials to ensure accurate procurement of required components.

 
Who you are:
 

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required. Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to evaluate complex data and make informed decisions. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and integrity. Expertise in using procurement systems such as Jaggaer and SAP.

 

 

What's in it for you?

 

An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and Metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there is a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change. Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys. Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets. A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together. Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, creative projects, and global opportunities. Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

 

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

 

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

 

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

 

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