Technical Buyer

Siemens Energy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Technical Buyer in Newcastle upon Tyne, focusing on procurement for various products related to energy. The role demands expertise in negotiation, supplier management, and a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics. A rewarding position with the chance to impact decarbonization efforts while working in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Employer-financed company pension scheme

Flexible working and remote opportunities

Opportunities for professional development

Childcare places and part-time work options

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering-based procurement.
• Degree level qualification or MCIPS student.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers and manage purchase orders.
• Ensure timely delivery of hardware and services.
• Proactively address supply chain issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Performance Improvement

Tenacity

Education

Degree in relevant technical or commercial subject

Studying for MCIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

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A Snapshot of Your Day

Reporting to the Direct Procurement manager you will join a team of buyers responsible for managing a wide cross section of suppliers delivering a range of products and services associated with Steam Turbines, Generators, Balance of Plant Equipment and Hydrogen Power Units. Day to day activities will include negotiating with suppliers, order placement and managing the successful delivery of hardware through the full purchase order life cycle. Responsibilities will also include supplier qualification and supplier performance management. You will interact with multiple internal and external cross-functional stakeholders – projects, finance, planning, quality, manufacturing, sales and of course the supply chain - to support and add value at the bid phase and throughout project execution.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensure that hardware & services are delivered on time, to the right quality and within budget.
• Proactively manage day to day supply chain issues
• Drive performance improvement across the supply base
• Leverage input & expertise from global commodity managers for local business requirements
• Support the implementation and application of global Siemens Energy procurement tools & processes
  
  
  

What You Bring

• You should be qualified to degree level in a relevant technical or commercial subject or be studying for MCIPS qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a project or engineering-based procurement environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Persistence, tenacity, ownership & problem-solving skills
• SAP experience preferred
• Willingness to travel
  
  
  

About The Team

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards/Benefits

• In addition to an attractive remuneration package in line with the market, you can expect an attractive employer-financed company pension scheme
• We offer our employees the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely, and our inspiring offices provide space for collaboration and creativity
• The professional and personal development of our employees is very important to us. We provide them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a self-determined way, various attractive programmes and learning materials are available for this purpose
• In relation to the "compatibility of family and work", we have a wide range of offers, e.g. flexible working time models, childcare places at many locations, the possibility of trial part-time work or even a sabbatical.
  
  
  

https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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