Procurement Specialist / Buyer (onsite)

About the Role

Location United States of America Florida Gibsonton Company Siemens Energy, Inc. Organization Gas Services Business Unit Central Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Mid-level Professional A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR DAY

As a Procurement Specialist / buyer, you will focus on the tactical execution of procurement strategies set forth by Siemens Energy Vanes & Blades Tampa and also act as a strategic buyer! You will develop and implement sourcing strategies and complete negotiations for the assigned material field, which will allow you to develop the skills to become a specialist in tactical execution, expediting, strategic negotiations, and supply chain performance management.

As a critical member of the team performing day-to-day operations of the procurement function, you will be part highly motivated team with a can-do mindset, helping and supporting each other.

You will take on short-term / daily issues and create huge value for our factories and customers!

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Be the main interface within procurement and to your suppliers for your assigned procurement scope.
• Develop and implement supply strategies that are aligned with Blades and Vanes' requirements.
• Commercially evaluate proposals and conduct negotiations; collaborate with technical colleagues to support discussions / clarifications.
• Contribute to the cost reduction targets related to the direct supply of materials, products, and services.
• Work closely and collaboratively with internal partners (Procurement, Engineering, Project Management, etc.) to support all procurement aspects for successful execution.
• Analyzes material availability, and leads purchase orders including tracking and checking of content to ensure cost-efficient / timely supply of materials according to demand.
• Understand the MRP / ERP functions and rules to continuously commit to system improvements (usage, accuracy, compliance, etc.

and develop integration with the manufacturing processes.

Defining opportunities to improve the flow of material and value through the supply chain and improve overall purchasing efficiency.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Procurement, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of proven experience in procurement and material planning, with a strong background in MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and Purchasing and Supply Chain department operations.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in navigating matrix multi-dimensional and international business environments.
• Demonstrated teamwork mentality with a customer-centric approach and adept time management abilities.
• Proficient in SAP and other related tools used to lead daily position responsibilities.
• Analytical ability and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 5% of the time domestically.
• Must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Last updated : 2024-05-12