Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Linxon; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Linxon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Engineer located in Glasgow. In this role, you will execute supply chain management and procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company procedures while building strong supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum CIPS qualification and have experience in Transmission and Distribution procurement. Key responsibilities include negotiating terms with suppliers, onboarding new vendors, and managing purchase orders through the Oracle ERP system.

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPS qualification (or equivalent) with applicable experience.
• Knowledge of Transmission or Distribution procurement activities.
• Good working knowledge of international procurement frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Execute all Supply Chain Management (SCM) and procurement activities.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers using SCM sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate final prices and commercial terms with suppliers.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Procurement activities

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Minimum CIPS qualification

Tools

Oracle ERP System

Job description

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Location: Glasgow

Responsibilities

• Execute all Supply Chain Management (SCM) and procurement activities in accordance with the SCM and company procedures
• Identify and onboard new suppliers / subcontractors as per company procedures and SCM sourcing strategies
• Assist the Tendering Department and Project execution with regards to their activities
• Issue RFQs (Request for Quotations) using the eSourcing platform
• Obtain and negotiate final prices, deliveries, commercial terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure compliant technical and commercial bids are available
• Prepare price comparison tables along with a total cost overview identifying and comparing foreign exchange rate influences, transportation costs, different payment terms, etc.
• Negotiate and prepare the Special Conditions of Purchase Orders and obtain relevant approvals as per Levels Of Authority protocols
• Co‑coordinate with FSSC (Financial Shared Services Center) the Purchase to Pay process in the Oracle ERP system
• Review supplier order acknowledgements for compliance to the terms of the purchase order
• Manage the purchase order; process goods receipt in the ERP; administer invoices (assist in the resolution of any invoice query); undertake routine and timely expediting of all materials / services and documentation as required by the project delivery team
• Notify vendor when in breach of contract (delay, etc.) and prepare and negotiate claims; issue progress reports reflecting these activities
• Identify and onboard potential new suppliers in accordance with Linxon processes and procedures
• Input cost reductions achieved on the purchases made and report periodically to Line Manager
• Assist in the collation of KPI data and checking costs, quality and levels of service; regularly review open purchase orders and take necessary actions for closure of open purchase orders as due
• Follow Linxon code of conduct and ethics; monitor compliance to health and safety and business ethics within operational work, contracts and negotiations
• Strengthen customer relationships through successful procurement solutions
• Participate in added-value reviews, sourcing strategies and innovation opportunities

Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum CIPS qualification (or equivalent) and applicable experience in lieu of qualification
• Knowledge of Transmission or Distribution (11kV to 400kV) procurement / tendering activities
• Knowledge of various industry standards client working
• Good working knowledge of international procurement frameworks
• Experience with Oracle ERP System
• Experience implementing new processes / tools / software and mentoring other team members
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders
• Experience in high-pressure, project-driven environments
• Ability to build relationships effectively and challenge the status quo
• Effective communication at all levels