Procurement Specialist

Sulzer • Chattanooga, TN

35d

About The Position

The Tendering & Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing the end‑to‑end tendering, sourcing, and purchasing activities for materials, components, and services used in the manufacture of safety‑related and non‑safety‑related nuclear power plant parts. This role ensures compliance with stringent nuclear quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures while achieving cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The ideal candidate must have the ability to interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical drawings to accurately estimate costs and prepare proposals. This role requires close collaboration with sales, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to develop winning submissions and support business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, a related field, or relative work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in tendering, purchasing, cost estimation, or bid management in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting BOMs and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost structures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP), SalesForce and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage RFQs, tenders, and purchase orders
• Evaluate supplier offers for commercial, technical, and quality compliance
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms
• Ensure adherence to nuclear quality standards and documentation requirements
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Track orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve supplier issues
• Keep department manager apprised of future opportunities.
• Advise management of changes in current order and tender status.
• Actively involved with standardization and continuous improvement processes.
• Maintain quote and order files.
• Adheres to company and department policies, procedures, and standards
• Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide LEAN and QESH Management System which includes following all safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level