Sourcing Engineer

Role Summary:

The Sourcing Engineer is responsible for running the sourcing events for indirect goods and/or services as requested by the specific function BU or Site as defined by the system workflows.
The overall focus of the role is to manage the complete RFQ/RFP process and to select the most appropriate supplier for the intended scope of work based on Safety Quality Delivery & Cost parameters as appropriate and aligned with the global indirect category strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the sourcing events on behalf of the Function/BU/Site as defined by the system workflows in a timely manner.

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best value offering for Flowserve with respect to the scope of work and Function/BU/Site needs; balancing Quality Delivery Cost and Service.

• Comply with the sourcing strategy as set forth by the site; including focusing spend on Partner & Preferred suppliers.

• Create and expedite any new supplier requests / supplier changes as required to support the Function or BU operations.

• Identify any specific supply/supplier risks as it pertains to the managed scope and elevate them through the appropriate process/hierarchy.

• Operate in full compliance to all Flowserve Policies & Procedures as applicable to the role.

• Supplier Identification & Selection: Identify audit and onboard new suppliers to meet technical specifications and cost targets.

• RFQ & Negotiation: Execute RFQ processes cost modeling and negotiate terms to achieve cost reduction targets (VA/VE).

• Technical Support: Partner with R&D or engineering to validate components approve suppliers and resolve technical supplier issues.

• Supply Chain Optimization: Supplier performance to reduce risk and enhance efficiency.

• Quality Compliance: Monitor supplier quality performance and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Main objectives:

• Cost Reduction
• Service Level
• Sourcing Guide Compliance
• Commercial Terms Compliance

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in engineering

• 1 years of Sourcing experience and Engineering or a related field preferred

• Strong interpersonal relationship management

• Evidenced understanding of both commercial and technical areas of supply chain

• Very strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• Proficiency in Project Management

• Strong analytical skills which involve collecting analyzing and interpreting data

• Ability to influence communicate and collaborate at all organizational levels

• Expertise with MS Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint

• Knowledge of applicable ERPs and associated tools i.e. Oracle