Summer Trainee, Purchasing

Ranked as one of the most innovative companies in the world, KONE is a global leader in elevator and escalator business. Every day, millions of people globally are using our elevators and escalators in an increasingly urbanizing environment. We want to offer the best People Flow™ experience to those using our equipment in residential and office buildings, hotels, public transportation sites, hospitals, shopping malls and many special buildings.

KONE Purchasing is a global organization of purchasing and supplier management experts responsible for direct and indirect materials and services sourcing.

We are now looking for a 

Summer Trainee, Purchasing

to support our procurement team in daily sourcing and purchasing activities and to gain hands-on experience in a global business environment. This position is located in Hyvinkää, Finland.

Main responsibilities:

• Support purchasing and sourcing activities across different categories
• Assist with supplier communication, data analysis, and reporting
• Help maintain purchasing data and documentation
• Participate in process improvement and development initiatives
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions

What we are looking for?:

• A student in the latter part of their studies in business, economics, supply chain, engineering, or a related field
• Interest in purchasing, supply chain, or procurement
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, curious, and eager-to-learn mindset
• Clear communication skills.
• Fluent English and Finnish, other languages are an asset.

Why join us?

As a Summer Trainee, you’ll gain valuable experience in modern purchasing and supply chain operations, work with experienced professionals, and build a strong foundation for your future career. For additional information please contact Mika Hiitelä, tel. +358 40 503 2183.

Want to join the #PeopleFlow?

If you think this could be an inspiring challenge for the summer, please tell more about yourself, your availability during the summer and why you are interested in this specific role and submit your CV and application letter via our Careers-site www.kone.com/jobs latest on April 15th, 2026.

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.

Read more on https://careers.kone.com/en/