Sr. Global Sourcing Specialist

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.•Lake Mary, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Global Sourcing Specialist executes end-to-end procurement and expediting activities for complex and high-value commodities, equipment, and projects supporting power generation programs. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, leading commercial negotiations within delegated authority, managing supplier performance, and proactively mitigating delivery, quality, and commercial risks. The position partners closely with engineering, quality, logistics, and project teams while providing guidance to less experienced sourcing and expediting professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Typically requires 7-10 years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, expediting, or supply chain execution roles
Strong knowledge of global sourcing strategies, supplier management, contract execution, and expediting practices
Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations, manage contracts, and mitigate commercial and supply risks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex schedules, technical requirements, and contractual issues
Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers and cross-functional teams
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, preferably SAP, scheduling tools, and data analysis applications

Responsibilities

Execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, equipment, and services in alignment with project requirements, business objectives, and supply chain strategies
Develop and manage Requests for Proposal (RFPs), evaluate supplier bids, and lead commercial negotiations within delegated authority
Award and administer purchase orders, long-term agreements, and contract amendments in accordance with company policies and procedures
Assess supplier capabilities, capacity, and risk while recommending sourcing strategies and mitigation plans
Drive supplier performance initiatives focused on delivery, quality, cost, and continuous improvement
Support supplier development activities and cross-functional cost reduction initiatives
Monitor supplier manufacturing, documentation, and delivery progress for complex or schedule-critical equipment
Identify and mitigate delivery, quality, and commercial risks while developing and executing recovery plans as needed
Coordinate and lead supplier expediting visits to support schedule adherence and issue resolution
Review shipment readiness, documentation, and logistics plans to ensure contractual compliance
Lead resolution of overages, shortages, damages (OS&D), invoice discrepancies, and commercial disputes
Analyze supplier performance and on-time delivery metrics and recommend corrective actions
Serve as a primary supply chain interface with project management, engineering, quality, logistics, and site teams
Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical direction to sourcing and expediting personnel
Support leadership reviews by providing supplier risk assessments, recovery plans, and performance insights
Represent Supply Chain in supplier, customer, and internal stakeholder meetings as required
Ensure compliance with company safety, ethics, and regulatory requirements
Protect confidential and proprietary company information
Support continuous improvement initiatives and supply chain best practices
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of organizational objectives