Sourcing Specialist Lead
- Develop and execute category strategies for machining, forgings, castings, and raw metals (carbon steel, stainless, nickel alloys, etc.).
- Drive supplier rationalization and development in best-cost countries.
- Lead negotiations , cost reduction projects , and long-term supplier agreements .
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to qualify new suppliers and support product transfers (FAI, PPAP, etc.).
- Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers , ensuring capacity, quality, and delivery performance.
- Analyze cost structures, total cost of ownership (TCO) , and market trends (raw material indexes, tariffs, freight).
- Support make-vs-buy and outsourcing decisions through full TCO and value chain analysis .
- Drive compliance with HSE, ethics, and supplier quality standards .
- Ensure supplier adherence to industry quality and documentation standards , including API, ISO 9001 , and customer-specific requirements.
- 10+ years of sourcing or supply chain experience in Oil & Gas / Energy / Industrial manufacturing , with a strong focus on machined and fabricated components .
- Proven experience managing global supplier bases across regions (U.S., EU, Middle East, India, China, SE Asia).
- Strong understanding of machining, metal forming, heat treatment, coatings, and welding processes .
- Solid knowledge of industry quality standards (e.g., API, ISO 9001, AS9100) and supplier quality systems.
- Skilled in commercial negotiations, cost breakdowns, and TCO analysis .
- Experience with FAI , PPAP , supplier audits , and qualification processes .
- Comfortable working in cross-functional and multicultural teams .
- Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle / JDE preferred).
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field ( MBA preferred ).
- Ability to travel up to 25% annually
- Strong spend analysis and cost modeling skills - able to interpret complex cost drivers, build "should-cost" and TCO models , and identify savings opportunities.
- Advanced Excel user - skilled in pivot tables, lookups, dashboards, and data visualization for sourcing analytics and supplier performance tracking.
- Strategic sourcing and supplier management (metals, machining, forgings, and fabrications).
- Strong understanding of supplier quality assurance , including FAI , PPAP , and MTR (Material Test Reports) .
- Commercial negotiation and supplier development expertise.
- Project management and cross-functional collaboration .
- Data-driven decision-making and clear presentation of insights to leadership.
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