Stora Enso is looking for a driven Category Manager, IT And Professional Services in Helsinki, Finland, to lead sourcing strategy and execution for IT within its global Sourcing & Logistics function. The role asks for 5+ years in strategic sourcing or category management, including 3+ years in strategic IT sourcing, and applications are accepted until 13 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full vacancy and set out every responsibility, requirement and recruitment step below.
The Role at a Glance
๐ผ Position: Category Manager, IT And Professional Services
๐ข Employer: Stora Enso
๐งญ Function: global Sourcing & Logistics
๐ Location: Helsinki, Finland
๐๏ธ Job requisition: JR112805
โณ Apply by: 13 November 2026, with candidates assessed on an ongoing basis
Who Stora Enso Is: The Renewable Materials Company
Stora Enso is a global leader in renewable materials with a strong focus on packaging. Its purpose is to replace non-renewable materials with renewable solutions. Together with its customers, the company designs and delivers competitive, high-quality packaging materials and solutions, made from fresh and recycled fibers, accelerating the transition to a circular bioeconomy.
Stora Enso in Numbers
๐ฅ Approximately 19,000 employees
๐ถ Sales of EUR 9.3 billion in 2025
What You Will Own in Sourcing & Logistics
As Category Manager, you will own supplier relationships, drive cost competitiveness, and build a resilient, sustainable supply base aligned with business priorities. The focus of this position is sourcing for IT within the global Sourcing & Logistics function.
Category Strategy and Sourcing Outcomes
๐ฏ Own and drive category strategy, spend, and sourcing outcomes
๐บ๏ธ Develop and execute category strategies with focus to deliver
๐ท๏ธ Deliver best total cost while ensuring quality and service
โ๏ธ Secure lowest total cost for the required quality and service levels
Tenders, Negotiations and Contracts
๐ Lead tenders, negotiations, and contracts with global suppliers
๐ฑ Build and develop a competitive, sustainable supplier base
๐ก๏ธ Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply
๐ก Leverage supplier innovation to support business growth
Digital Tools and Stakeholder Collaboration
๐ค Use advanced tools (e-sourcing, analytics, AI) to improve efficiency and transparency
๐ค Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across business units
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Experience Stora Enso Requires
๐ 5+ years in strategic sourcing / category management
๐ฅ๏ธ 3+ years of experience in strategic IT sourcing
๐ Proven success in complex negotiations and contract management
๐ Strong understanding of supplier markets, TCO, and cost drivers
๐ Experience working in international, cross-functional environments
Skills and Working Style
๐ Data-driven mindset and comfort with analytics & digital tools
๐ฃ๏ธ Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing skills
๐งญ High integrity, proactive mindset, and a results-driven approach
The Kind of Person Who Fits the Team
๐งฉ Structured and analytical, with a strong commercial mindset
๐ A relationship builder who engages and challenges stakeholders
๐ Courageous and pragmatic, always looking for better ways of working
โจ A clear communicator who builds trust and drives alignment
Recruiting Across Multiple European Locations
Stora Enso is recruiting for this position across multiple locations and is open to hiring in any of its office locations across Europe. This listing covers the Helsinki location.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity at Stora Enso
Stora Enso believes that diversity strengthens its competitiveness and leads to better decision-making. Diverse teams with different backgrounds help explore new perspectives and challenge established ways of thinking. The company actively works to increase diversity in the workplace, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and is an equal opportunity employer that follows non-discriminatory practices.
How to Apply
๐ฑ๏ธ Applications can only be submitted through Stora Enso's recruitment tool.
โฑ๏ธ Candidates are assessed on an ongoing basis, so Stora Enso hopes to hear from you as soon as possible, and at the latest by 13.11.2026.
Interviews, Tests and Pre-Employment Checks
๐ฅ Depending on the role, you might be invited to a (video) interview and/or aptitude tests.
๐งพ The recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test.
Questions About the Role
If you have any questions about the position, Stora Enso asks you to contact the recruiting manager, Anders Malmborg. The email address is listed in the Link section below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Stora Enso Category Manager, IT And Professional Services role based?
This listing is for Helsinki, Finland. Stora Enso is recruiting for the position across multiple locations and is open to hiring in any of its office locations across Europe.
How much experience is needed for this Category Manager position?
Stora Enso asks for 5+ years in strategic sourcing or category management, including 3+ years of experience in strategic IT sourcing. Proven success in complex negotiations and contract management is also required.
Which category does the Category Manager lead?
The role leads sourcing strategy and execution for IT within Stora Enso's global Sourcing & Logistics function. It covers category strategy, spend, tenders, negotiations and contracts with global suppliers.
Which tools will I use in this role?
The vacancy mentions advanced tools such as e-sourcing, analytics and AI to improve efficiency and transparency. A data-driven mindset and comfort with analytics and digital tools are part of the requirements.
How do I apply for the Stora Enso Category Manager role?
Applications can only be submitted through Stora Enso's recruitment tool. Candidates are assessed on an ongoing basis, so applying early is encouraged.
What happens after I apply?
Depending on the role, Stora Enso might invite you to a (video) interview and/or aptitude tests. Pre-employment actions could include background, reference and health checks as well as a drug test.
Who can I contact with questions about the vacancy?
Questions about the role can be sent to the recruiting manager, Anders Malmborg, by email. The address is included in the Link section of this post.
Deadline
โณ 13 November 2026
Link
๐ Apply (Stora Enso recruitment tool): https://storaenso.wd502.myworkdayjobs.com/Stora_Enso_site_opportunities/job/Helsinki/Category-Manager--IT-And-Professional-Services_JR112805-1
๐ง Questions (recruiting manager Anders Malmborg): anders.malmborg@storaenso.com
