Strategic Sourcing Specialist — RFQ/RFP Expert

Flowserve; Torreón; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in Torreón, MX to manage RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure compliant sourcing aligned with global category strategy. This role focuses on safety, quality, delivery and cost considerations across Sites/BUs.

The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years in supply chain, 1+ years in sourcing, and strong negotiation and project management skills, with ERP experience (SAP/Ariba) and regional market knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain.
• 1+ years of sourcing experience.
• Strong interpersonal relationship management.
• Understanding of both commercial and technical areas of supply chain.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Supply Chain

Sourcing

Negotiation

Project Management

Analytical skills

ERP knowledge

MS Office

SAP

Ariba

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Flowserve is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in Torreón, MX to manage RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure compliant sourcing aligned with global category strategy. This role focuses on safety, quality, delivery and cost considerations across Sites/BUs.

The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years in supply chain, 1+ years in sourcing, and strong negotiation and project management skills, with ERP experience (SAP/Ariba) and regional market knowledge.