Sourcing Specialist

Position: Staff Sourcing Specialist
Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you're searching for, consider putting your experience in motion  an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve's position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety.

Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Flowserve is launching a new Americas fulfillment center to support our aftermarket service solutions and Quick Response Centers (QRC). To maximize our savings and streamline our inventory model, we are seeking a highly analytical Staff Sourcing Specialist to act as a dedicated quoting specialist.

In this role, you will navigate our Approved Vendor List (AVL) to establish sourcing rules and mitigate the high price variances associated with quick-response manufacturing. By leveraging international low-cost and best-cost sourcing strategies, you will play a critical role in procuring components for our repeated usage inventory. We are looking for a collaborative, team-oriented professional with exceptional systems expertise who can seamlessly integrate into our high-performing procurement team.

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* Responsibilities & Requirements:

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* + Strategic Quoting:
Serve as the primary quoting specialist for the new Americas fulfillment center, identifying cost-saving opportunities for repeated usage inventory.

+ Vendor & AVL Management:
Master the existing Approved Vendor List (AVL) and implement strategic sourcing rules for various components to maximize margins.

+ Global Sourcing:
Execute international low-cost and best-cost sourcing strategies to procure aftermarket parts and manufacturing components.

+ Data & Systems Management:
Utilize ERP platforms, Power BI, and Advanced Excel to analyze pricing variances, track vendor performance, and optimize fulfillment center inventory.

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Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with the service and solutions teams, seamlessly integrating into a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive, team-oriented demeanor.

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* Preferred Experience / Skills:

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* + Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred.

+ 2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier management in a manufacturing environment.

+ Experience sourcing industrial components such as castings, forgings, machined parts, valves, or other engineered products preferred.

+ Knowledge of supplier performance management, contract negotiation, cost analysis, and supply risk mitigation.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.

+ Familiarity with ERP systems and standard Microsoft Office applications.

+ Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

+ Professional certification such as CPSM, CSCP, or CPM is a plus.

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone.  With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services.

We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

** Req ** : R-19580

** Job Family Group** :
Supply Chain

** Job Family** :
Sourcing

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