Job Summary:
Flowserve is looking for a Buyer to help achieve our team goals by guaranteeing the purchase of subcontracted components and services at the best conditions of price, quality and deadlines, in accordance with recommendations of global Supply Chain Team. In this role you will develop and implement purchasing strategies by supporting the Commercial Operations team regarding advance procurement activities, developing our strategy in the engineered markets, with the goal of increasing our profitability and our on-time delivery. You will work on strengthening the alignment of the Company's Purchasing strategy and business strategy. Having the full ownership of the suppliers portfolio, you will work in close relationship with supply team to improve our delivery.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
1. Project Procurement
Facilitate and manage suppliers to Clarify orders and specifications with stakeholders, escalate when necessary.Avoid cost due to ambiguous orders and/or specifications2. Project Management
Report percentage of completion of orders to financeEnsure on-time delivery from suppliersManage project-related product approval process until shipment, assist Project Manager on buyouts supplier related, in coordination with Quality and Engineering3. Supplier Management
Ensure Project Kick-off meetings with critical suppliersManage assigned project-related deliverables, including documentation and key supplier milestonesDrive suppliers to meet contractual delivery dates/project need-by dates (hardware and documents)4. Quality and Compliance
Ensure quality of goods from suppliers with defects below 3500ppmWork with Engineering to secure technical complianceAssist Project Manager to coordinate customer and/or supplier-requested changes5. Risk Management
Identify, manage, and escalate risks relative to the managed scope Ensure the company's commercial and contractual position is not undermined during project execution6. Communication and Coordination
Effectively communicate timeline and/or cost changes and new information to the COE teamAssist Project Manager to update project changes and adjust Buyout Suppliers related schedules as needed. Ensure accurate and timely Percentage of Completion reportingMechanical/Electrical Engineer in relevant field and 5-7 years relevant experience
Preferred Experience / Skills: