GTS Services and Materials Sourcing Specialist

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS)

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbo machinery business. The goal was to provide turbo machinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times.

RMS' commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

The GTS Services and Materials Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing all contract procurement, vendor sourcing and material acquisition activities across (GTS). This role ensures projects are supported with the right materials and services at optimal cost, quality and schedule:

Core Objectives:

• Support project margin (40% baseline, 45%+ target)
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery
• Mitigate contract and supply chain risks
• Align procurement with project schedules and budgets

Skills Required:

Organizational Leadership and Organization:

• Exceptional attention to details
• Display ownership and accountability for tasks and responsibilities
• Exceptional ability to manager competing priorities
• Strong Negotiation Strategies and technical skills

Interpersonal Experience

Required:

• Excellent interpersonal and vendor communication competence skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work and interact professionally and respectfully with coworkers

Efficiency Experience Preferred:

• Ability to manage other projects and responsibilities that may be added at the company's discretion.
• Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time and resources effectively.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt and create effective solutions

Primary

Role Responsibilities:

• Procurement, Manage Materials Delivery Supplier Quality & Cost
• Documentation Coordination and retention for field requirements qualifications
• Evaluate and maintain supplier scorecards to meet RMS' objectives, policies and procedures
• Manage non-conformances and supplier chargebacks
• Reconcile invoicing weekly and monthly from all Third Part suppliers
• Initiate supplier improvement meetings to improve quality and manufacturability
• Coordinate Supplier project kickoff execution meetings
• Performs other related company duties as assigned
• Manage terms and conditions with suppliers

Key Success Factors:

• Purchasing in a mechanical / Industrial environment
• Must be able to read and interpret engineered mechanical drawings
• Strong organizational, communication and computer skills required
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word Required
• Know how to create and review contracts
• JOBBOSS experience a plus, but not required
• Turbo Machinery, Steam turbines and centrifugal compressor experience, Highly recommended
• Quality costs aligned with business goals
• Willingness to "roll-up sleeves" to get the job done vs. delegating up or down the organization

Additional Responsibilities:

General:

The above list of activities is not all inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of a RMS Senior Sourcing Specialist. This list is subject to changed based on the needs of the company.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with QMS principles and ISO 9001
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Procurement, Quality ISO & Approved Supplier List procedures
• Contract negotiations & Order placement
• Supplier Development Strategies

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher education in business or related field
• CPM Certification a plus
• 10 + years' experience in Purchasing, Materials Management and planning
• Strong experienced in procuring, expediting and managing…