Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

About the role

The Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement supports strategic and operational sourcing activities for LT16 turbine technology projects. This role plays a key part in driving supplier identification, qualification, and contracting strategies to ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and alignment with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Executing sourcing strategies for LT16 turbine components, modules, and related services aligned with project timelines and cost targets
• Identifying, evaluating, and qualifying new suppliers based on technical capability, quality, and delivery performance
• Leading RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier negotiations to achieve optimal commercial outcomes
• Collaborating with Engineering and Project teams to ensure supplier alignment with technical specifications and requirements
• Supporting localization and supplier development initiatives, particularly in key growth regions
• Driving contract development and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
• Maintaining accurate sourcing data in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent) and supporting reporting and analytics needs
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize sourcing processes and cycle times

Requirements

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Have 3+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in industrial, energy, or turbomachinery sectors
• Demonstrate experience in supplier qualification, RFQ processes, and contract negotiations
• Possess strong understanding of technical procurement environments (e.g., rotating equipment, castings, machining, assemblies)
• Showcase strong stakeholder management skills in cross-functional and global environments
• Have strong analytical capabilities, including cost analysis and supplier performance tracking
• Be familiar with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent
• Have excellent communication skills in English

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with localization strategies and regional supply chain development
• Knowledge of compliance requirements such as local content regulations and trade compliance
• Experience working in project-based sourcing environments (EPC, new product introduction, or field services)
• Familiarity with digital tools such as Power BI or advanced Excel analytics
• Experience in supplier risk management and resilience planning

Benefits

This position offers modern work-life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives, comprehensive medical care coverage options, life insurance and disability protection programs, tailored financial and savings plans, and additional voluntary benefits.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.