Global Sourcing Specialist III

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Lake Mary, FL looking for a Global Sourcing Specialist III, this is a hybrid role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop Equipment/service schedules based on forecast and project site need dates, documentation need dates and new product development needs
• Understand, establish, and issue Request for Proposal (RFP) for Power Generation Auxiliary engineered systems, skids, components procurements.

• Establish, evaluate, and select suppliers to develop a qualified supplier base.

• Execute Purchase orders via ERP system preferably SAP. Other ERP experiences will be acceptable.

• Base technical knowledge of gas turbine and steam turbine auxiliary commodities is a plus.

• Support major procurement activities including procurement of capital equipment and new projects.

• Problem solving of Gas Turbines Auxiliary systems, equipment, and procurement issues as they arise.

• Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.

• Manage contracts to verify vendor compliance to contract requirements.

• Maintain informational exchanges and communications with all groups and organizations contributing to the fulfillment of material demands

• The ability to effectively handle purchase orders with scope and/or contractual requirements of advanced complexity and advanced commercial and/or financial risk.
• Must have the ability to effectively handle multiple quotes and orders simultaneously and prioritize work based on schedule demands
• Provide a central point of coordination for the activities in this process
• Ability to demonstrate the capability to perform work assignments on a wide variety of tasks with limited supervision
• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.

• Performance review of suppliers for quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Establish long-term agreements with suppliers.

• Provide support to upper management in effort to meet corporate goals, objectives, and projects.
• Must have Domestic and International Buying/Purchasing exp and may have to travel Domestically up to 20% of the time.
• Must have handled minimum of $8-$10 million a Year in Contracts.
• Must be able to review and negotiate Terms and Conditions to effectively achieve Company and project targets.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of third parties.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Always maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity.

Knowledge, Skills, & Education

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred; or at least five (5) years related experience in purchasing or sourcing role.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, engineering specifications for material. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and basic database, ERP system, Scheduling software.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching)
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Committed to quality product and services
• Great working environment and culture
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.