Supplier Management Lead - Electrical, Hydraulics & MRO

Oceaneering International, Inc.; Wyandotte (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering International, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Management Lead for Electrical, Hydraulics & MRO to develop, manage, and optimize the supplier base across these commodity groups.

The role leads supplier performance initiatives, drives strategic sourcing, negotiations, and long-term contracts to maximize value, reduce risk, and align with procurement goals. You will mentor buyers, collaborate cross-functionally, and implement programs that deliver measurable cost and service improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven supplier management experience in electrical, hydraulic and MRO categories.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and spend consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize supplier base to maximize value and reduce risk.
• Lead supplier performance programs and strategic agreements.
• Collaborate with buyers on orders, negotiations and issue resolution.

Skills

Supplier management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiations

Spend analysis

Contract development

Job description

The Supplier Management Lead for Electrical, Hydraulics & MRO is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing the supplier base supporting electrical components, hydraulic components, maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) materials, and related services. This role serves as the primary leader for supplier performance, strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development, and spend consolidation within these commodity groups. The ideal candidate will work closely with buyers within their assigned commodities, providing guidance, mentorship, and support on supplier management, order execution, negotiations, and issue resolution. This position will also be responsible for driving supplier performance improvements, implementing strategic agreements, and establishing long-term contracts to maximize value, reduce risk, and leverage company spend.