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Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Rock Drills Technology Unit

Join Sandvik and Shape the Future of Manufacturing Excellence

The Rock Drills Technology Unit is responsible for the product development, supply and support of premium rock drill offering for Surface Drilling and Underground Drilling applications as well as for global aftermarket and service. Our expertise in best-in-class rock drilling technology is recognized globally, and it drives us to continue excel through innovation in rock drills, digital products and supply chain excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering the most reliable rock drills in the world that meet and exceed customer safety and productivity needs.

Position: Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Rock Drills Technology Unit

We are seeking a proactive and strategic leader to oversee our manufacturing and supply chain operations for Rock Drills. Your role is to lead and direct all manufacturing and supply chain functions — from strategic planning and procurement to precision manufacturing, assembly, and delivery — ensuring safe, high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective operations. You are responsible for driving operational excellence and performance, developing advanced manufacturing capabilities, and supporting new product introduction to meet current and future business needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic, forward-thinking organization renowned for its machining expertise. As a key member of Rock Drills Technology Unit management team, you are key contributor driving the future of rock drilling.

The location for this position is at our Rock Drills factory in Tampere, Finland.

Your Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement manufacturing and supply chain strategies, with a keen focus on high precision machining manufacturing excellence.
Champion a strong safety culture across all manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Lead and manage sourcing, planning, manufacturing and quality activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives as well as lead operational excellence transformation, leveraging best practices and the latest technology.
Collaborate closely with demand planning and engineering to anticipate needs, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure timely delivery.
Mentor and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline
Several years’ progressive experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or operations management, preferably a strong background in high precision manufacturing operations.
Proven track record of leading multi-functional organizations and managing operations in complex high technology setting
Strong analytical, strategical, technical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities

Our ideal candidate is energetic, collaborative, systematic, and thrives to create positive change. As results-driven strategic leader you are able drive transformation and manage complexity. Our environment requires keen interest and curiosity to understand the mining business and internal stakeholders, including our internal customers. You should be able to build trust globally at all levels of the organization. Fluency in English and Finnish is mandatory to be successful in the role.

What is in it for you?

We offer an interesting and challenging role surrounded by a dynamic and highly skilled group of professionals, as well as opportunities for career development within a global company with strong brands and products. Sandvik also provides opportunities for professional development through various Sandvik training and development programs. Additionally, we offer good employee benefits, and inclusive corporate culture focused on sustainable development, with values such as Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about the job, the recruiting manager Eerikki Virtanen, Rock Drills Technology Unit Director, is happy to tell you more. You can reach him at tel. +358 50 324 0432 (EEST) or via email: eerikki.virtanen@sandvik.com.

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Services Finland at tel. 4444 or +358 800 1 44444 (weekdays between 9-11 and 13-15 EEST).

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our Technology Unit, please send your application by Friday, November 21st, 2025. Click apply and include your cover letter with your salary request and CV in English. We will review applications and conduct interviews during the application period. Please note that we do not accept applications by email.

Job ID: R0084717

About Sandvik

Sandvik is a global engineering group specializing in mining and rock excavation, metal-cutting, and advanced materials technology. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to customers worldwide. Sandvik Mining is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, digital solutions, and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling, and quarrying. In 2024, sales were approximately 64 billion SEK with about 17,300 employees.

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