Strategic Sourcing Specialist RFQ/RFP & Negotiations

Flowserve, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Mexico); Torreón; On-site; MXN 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Mexico) seeks a Sourcing Specialist to manage RFQ/RFP processes, select suppliers based on Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost, and align with the global category strategy. You will execute sourcing events for Sites/BU’s, negotiate best value, and finalize relevant contracts.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERPs/tools like SAP and Ariba, along with solid MS Office capabilities. Travel flexibility is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain (mentioned in scope)
• 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 (data collection, analysis, interpretation)
• 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 sourcing tools like SAP and Ariba
• Sound understanding on sourcing needs of regional/global sites

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing events for Sites/BU’s as defined by workflows.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain best value for Flowserve.
• Finalize contractual agreements (Price Lists/Teaming Agreements) where applicable.
• Comply with global category management and focus spend on Partner & Preferred suppliers.
• Create and expedite supplier requests or changes via MDG-Supplier process.
• Identify supplier risks and elevate through proper channels.
• Support commercial operations for supply chain quotes for tenders.
• Operate in compliance with Flowserve policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Analytical skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Mobility/Travel willingness

Communication

Sourcing knowledge

Market dynamics

Influence & collaboration

Education

Certified Supply Chain Professional

Tools

SAP

Ariba

MS Outlook

MDG-Supplier

Job description

Flowserve, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Mexico) seeks a Sourcing Specialist to manage RFQ/RFP processes, select suppliers based on Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost, and align with the global category strategy. You will execute sourcing events for Sites/BU’s, negotiate best value, and finalize relevant contracts.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERPs/tools like SAP and Ariba, along with solid MS Office capabilities. Travel flexibility is expected.