Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Patria is a workplace where you build common security. At Patria, ordinary people solve extraordinary challenges. When it comes to critical operations on land, sea and air, expertise is vital. Quality is in people – in each and every one of us. You make the difference.

Patria is a trusted international provider of customer-centric defence, security and aviation life cycle support services and technology solutions with a strong growth strategy. For more information, please visit www.patriagroup.com.

Now we are seeking a new

Purchasing and Logistics Manager, Operations, Defence and Weapon Systems

to join our team in Hämeenlinna or Tampere

Position Overview

Our Defence and Weapon System business area production environments depend on reliable purchasing of components, efficient logistics coordination, and strict compliance with international trade regulations.

To support our DWS operational growth, we are looking for a highly hands-on and performance-driven Purchasing and Logistics Manager to ensure uninterrupted supply chain and material flow, optimized inbound and outbound logistics and forwarding.

Purchasing and Logistics Manager is responsible for operational procurement, forwarding, transport management, and international logistics coordination.

This is a key operational managerial role directly impacting production continuity and our business performance.

This role ensures:

• Continuous material availability for production

• Efficient and on-time purchasing execution and purchase orderbook control and follow-up including forwarding activities.

• Proper execution of import/export processes

• Compliance with customs and trade regulations

• Effective leadership of the purchasing and forwarding function

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Purchasing

• Logistics & Forwarding Management

• Warehouse & Inventory Control

• Supplier & Performance Management

• Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or Business

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial purchasing and logistics

• Proven experience managing operative purchasing, international shipping and forwarding operations

• Strong understanding of customs procedures and trade compliance

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment

• Hands-on leadership style with operational focus

• Ability to manage pressure in a fast-paced industrial setting

Key Competencies:

• Production-oriented mindset

• Risk mitigation and contingency planning

• Cross-functional coordination (Production, Sourcing, Operative Planning, Finance and Trade Compliance)

• Trade compliance awareness

• Freight and forwarding expertise

• Strong analytical and organizational skills

• Team leadership and accountability

Why Join Us?

At Patria, you’ll work on projects and technologies that you simply won’t encounter anywhere else. You’ll build a long, diverse career surrounded by unique products, meaningful missions and skilled colleagues.

We offer:

• Annual performance bonus program

• Lunch and recreational benefits

• Support for job-related studies

• Comprehensive occupational healthcare, including specialist services

• Leisure-time accident insurance

Become part of a supportive team of seasoned professionals — a workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Ready to Join Our Story?

Submit your application through our recruitment system by 15th of March.

For more information, contact [email protected]

Please note: due to security reasons, we do not process applications sent by email.

A security clearance and a drug test will be required for the selected candidate.