Direct Materials Sourcing Specialist
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The INNIO Advantage:
By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology INNIO brings our customers affordable reliable and sustainable energy solutions for todayand tomorrow. As a very successful company we are experiencing significant growth in the United States. Today we help meet the worlds energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines which can be found in more than 100 countries. By harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation we will continue to deliver for the future.
Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration. Welcome to INNIO!
We are seeking a Direct Material Procurement Specialist to join our supply chain team in Welland ON. In this role you will support category strategy development and execute key supply chain initiatives. You will proactively assess supplier capabilities analyze spend data and drive cost reduction and supplier performance improvements.
What youll do:
Category Strategy & Continuous Improvement
- Support development and execution of category strategies and key supply chain initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement across sourcing processes tools and workflows.
Supplier Management
- Proactively assess supplier capabilities capacity and potential supply risks.
- Monitor and improve supplier performance including On-Time Delivery (OTD).
- Request and analyze supplier quotations using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) logic.
- Support complex supplier negotiations and preparation activities for the Global Category Leader (GCL).
- Conduct shortage root cause analysis with the planning team prior to escalation to GCL.
Cost & Data Analysis
- Analyze spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities.
- Support execution and tracking of cost savings projects.
- Monitor market trends that impact material costs (raw materials exchange rates etc.).
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with engineering production planning finance and other internal teams to understand requirements and align procurement activities.
- Support additional responsibilities assigned by the Senior Sourcing Manager or GCL team.
What youll have:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field.
- Strong technical aptitude and business acumen with proven influencing negotiation and facilitation skills developed through at least 3 years of experience in sourcing procurement supply chain management or a related field. Proven track record in project management risk management and strategic sourcing.
- Strong analytical communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive results.
- Strong knowledge/skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and procurement processes.
- Entrepreneurial intrinsically motivated mindset with demonstrated ownership of responsibilities.
- Team player mentality and continuous improvement mindset.
What make you stand out:
- Familiarity with reciprocating engine components manufacturing processes and key suppliers.
Additional Details:
- Location: Welland ON
- Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international.
- Salary Range: $75000 - $94000 which will be determined based on the candidates experience and qualifications.
- Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.
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INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.
