Strategic Procurement Specialist

Siemens Energy•Houston, TX

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About The Position

As a Strategic Procurement Specialist within Siemens Energy's Aeroderivative Gas Turbine Procurement Team, you will play a key role in developing and running a competitive, transparent, and sustainable supply chain. Your day will involve collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive productivity, quality, and digitalization. You will be responsible for supplier negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing to ensure the procurement function contributes to affordable clean energy.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or commodity management within a complex, global environment.
Strong commercial, contractual, and project management acumen.
Outstanding Excel skills for data analysis and reporting. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
Familiarity with component manufacturing processes and quality standards.
Experience working with a global supplier base in a matrix organization.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Master's degree or CIPS qualified preferred

Responsibilities

Implement commodity strategies and define local/regional material field strategies for non-pooled commodities.
Plan negotiations, define awarding strategies, and prepare sourcing board approvals while ensuring alignment with pooling opportunities.
Negotiate local, regional, or multi-site contracts, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
Manage relationships with assigned suppliers, contributing to the EcoSystem commodity strategy and developing a preferred supplier list. Analyze market trends and leverage insights to optimize procurement strategies.
Monitor supplier performance, report important data, and encourage early supplier participation in cost reduction efforts. Identify and mitigate procurement risks while implementing strategic measures.
Ensure contractual terms are aligned with business needs by collaborating with strategic commodity management teams.