Sourcing Specialist

Flowserve Corporation; Torreón de Cañas; In loco; MXN 300.000 - 600.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Flowserve Corporation in Mexico is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to manage the full RFQ/RFP process, run sourcing events, and select suppliers based on Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost.

You will negotiate terms, finalize agreements, and ensure compliance with the global category strategy while supporting tenders and commercial operations. The role emphasizes supplier risk management and cross-functional collaboration.

Competenze

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain and procurement functions.
• Experience managing RFQ/RFP processes and supplier negotiations.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Ariba) and related sourcing tools.
• Strong analytical capabilities and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Travel flexibility to support regional/global sites.

Mansioni

• Execute sourcing events per system workflows for Sites/BUs.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain best value across Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Finalize contractual agreements and load them into applicable tools/ERPs.
• Adhere to Global Category Management strategy and preferred supplier lists.
• Create and update supplier records and changes via MDG-Supplier processes.
• Identify and escalate supply risks affecting scope of work.
• Support commercial operations for tender-related quotes.
• Operate in accordance with Flowserve policies and procedures.

Conoscenze

Supply chain experience

Sourcing & negotiation

Interpersonal relationship management

Commercial acumen

Project management

Market dynamics knowledge

Analytical skills

Mobility for opportunities

Influence & collaboration

Sourcing needs awareness

Formazione

Certified Supply Chain Professional

Strumenti

SAP

Ariba

MS Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for running the sourcing events as requested upon them from the Sites or BU’s and received through the appropriate 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 and aligned with the global category strategy.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Execute the sourcing events on behalf of the Sites/BU’s 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 Site/BU needs; balancing Quality, Delivery and Cost. This includes any specific flowdowns or contractual terms relative to a specific scope.
• Where applicable, finalize contractual agreements such as Price Lists or Teaming Agreements per the specific scope of supply and ensure they are loaded appropriately within the applicable tools/ERPs.
• Comply with the sourcing strategy as set forth by the Global Category Management function; including focusing spend on Partner & Preferred suppliers.
• Create and expedite any new supplier requests / supplier changes as required to support the BU operations through the MDG-Supplier process.
• Identify any specific supply/supplier risks as it pertains to the managed scope and elevate them through the appropriate process/hierarchy.
• Support Commercial Operations for any supply chain quotes required to support tender activities.
• Operate in full compliance to all Flowserve Policies & Procedures as applicable to the role.

MAIN OBJECTIVES

• Cost Reduction
• Sourcing Guide Compliance
• Commercial Terms Compliance
• Purchase Requisitions Past Due
• HSE Metrics (as set and assigned by local office requirements)

PREFERED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain
• 1+ years of sourcing experience

MAIN OBJECTIVES

• Cost Reduction
• Sourcing Guide Compliance
• Commercial Terms Compliance
• Purchase Requisitions Past Due
• HSE Metrics (as set and assigned by local office requirements)

PREFERED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain
• 1+ years of sourcing experience
• 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
• Knowledge of supply base in the region for the assigned categories
• Understanding of market dynamics
• Strong analytical skills which involves collecting, analyzing and interpreting data
• Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Geographically mobile for development opportunities
• 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. SAP and sourcing tools like Ariba
• Sound understanding on the sourcing needs of the regional / global sites