Procurement Specialist

Flowserve Corporation; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support supply chain and manufacturing by sourcing engineered components and services that meet quality, delivery and cost objectives.

You will negotiate with suppliers, monitor performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and on-time delivery for global customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent procurement experience.
• Experience with procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supplier management.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices, supplier negotiations and contract terms.
• Understanding of technical products, manufacturing environments and quality requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving and relationship management skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement of materials and services for manufacturing and projects.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and delivery schedules to optimize cost, quality and supplier performance.
• Support quotation processes by obtaining competitive pricing and delivery commitments from suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with suppliers, logistics and internal stakeholders to resolve supply chain and delivery issues.
• Review inventory levels and purchasing requirements to maintain optimal stock and minimize disruptions.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering and Commercial teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contract terms

Engineering understanding

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Your Role and ImpactAs a Procurement Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting Flowserve's supply chain and manufacturing operations by sourcing engineered components and services that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This position provides the opportunity to influence supplier performance, support commercial success, and contribute to operational excellence through strategic purchasing and supplier relationship management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability, improve profitability, and drive on-time delivery for customers around the world.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement of materials and services required to support manufacturing operations and customer projects.Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.Support commercial and service teams during the quotation process by obtaining competitive pricing and delivery commitments from suppliers.Monitor supplier performance and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.Coordinate with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders to resolve supply chain, import/export, and delivery issues.Establish and maintain supplier agreements that support preferred pricing, delivery performance, and long-term business objectives.Review inventory levels and purchasing requirements to help maintain optimal stock levels and minimize supply disruptions.Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Commercial Operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and business goals.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field, and/or relevant purchasing or procurement experience.Experience with procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supplier management, or supply chain operations.Knowledge of purchasing practices, supplier negotiations, and contract or commercial terms.Understanding of technical products, manufacturing environments, and quality requirements.Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.Professional proficiency in English.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or engineered-to-order (ETO) environments.Knowledge of supplier quality, logistics, inventory management, and materials planning processes.Experience negotiating strategic supplier agreements and managing supplier performance metrics.Familiarity with import/export processes and international supply chain operations.Understanding of engineered products, rotating equipment, pumps, valves, or related industrial technologies.Experience working within a global procurement or supply chain organization.What We Can Offer YouAt Flowserve, you'll find a range of options to fit your, and your family's, needs. We want to provide our team with the right resources to invest in your physical, mental and financial well-being no matter where you sit or what stage of life you're in.Our benefits* include:Competitive SalaryMedical, Dental & Vision InsuranceRetirement Planning & Financial Wellness ResourcesFlexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Short- and Long-Term DisabilityParental LeaveLife, Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance*Benefits vary by job, location and/or collective bargaining agreement.If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.