KONE  is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry: our job is to make the world’s cities better places to live. At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators, and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization, which add value to the life cycle of any building. 

KONE Global Spares Supply ensures efficient warehousing and delivery of quality spare parts for all KONE elevators, escalators and automatic building doors. KONE also provides commercial replacement parts and components for a wide range of third-party equipment. 

We are looking for a motivated

Summer Trainee, Purchasing Coordinator

to join our Purchase Order Management team in the Global Spares Supply (GSS) unit in Hyvinkää, Finland. This is a full-time, fixed-term position lasting 4–6 months, starting in May 2025. This role involves executing stock material purchase order processes efficiently, ensuring data accuracy, and driving the timely supply of materials and services.

Responsibilities and Key Activities

Monitor purchase requisitions and create purchase orders (PO) with preferred or approved suppliers.

Process manual POs based on requests from cross-functional teams, ensuring all necessary approvals are in place.

Track purchase orders, follow up on supplier order confirmations, and resolve any deviations.

Update order confirmation details in SAP and handle IDOC errors related to integrated supplier order confirmations.

Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material delivery to destinations (DC/FL/other).

Assist suppliers with arranging transportation when required.

Manage and respond to emails from suppliers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in a shared mailbox.

Collect supplier holiday schedules and share them with the planning team for better forecasting.

Work closely with the planning team to provide forecasts to suppliers.

Maintain up-to-date supplier contact details in the system.

Monitor daily exceptions and resolve issues proactively.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with KONE policies, including the purchase order policy, as well as quality, safety, and environmental standards.

What We Are Looking For in a Candidate who:

Has experience in supply chain processes and demonstrates strong attention to detail.

Thrives in a well-organized environment and adheres to clearly defined procedures and guidelines.

Possesses excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address root causes effectively.

Displays cross-cultural awareness, appreciating diverse perspectives and working well in international settings.

Demonstrates flexibility, adapting quickly to new situations and changes while maintaining a positive approach.

Upholds high ethical standards, maintains integrity, and fosters trust among colleagues and stakeholders.

Requirements for the Role:

Currently pursuing relevant occupational studies or possessing relevant experience in business, engineering, or a related field. 

Proficiency in SAP (MM Module).

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).

Experience with Salesforce and PDM systems is an advantage.

Fluent in English (written and verbal).

Strong organizational and communication skills.

If this opportunity excites you, please submit your CV and cover letter by 7.2.2025 via our Careers site at www.kone.com/jobs.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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