Operational Buyer

A Snapshot of Your Day

As an Operational Buyer you will focus on tactical execution of procurement strategies set forth by corporate commodity management and based on commodity also act as strategic buyer to develop and implement sourcing strategies and execute negotiations for the assigned material field. You will focus on internal customers and partners who can't be successful without your contribution, timeliness and transparency. You will work in a highly motivated team with a can-do attitude, helping and supporting each other. You will solve short term / daily issues, creating huge value for our factories and customers, and parallel you will work with the global commodity management teams to develop and implement long-lasting improvement and development projects. You will become an expert of tactical execution, expediting, strategic negotiation, and supply chain performance management.



How You'll Make an Impact

• Collaborate with global/local commodity management and material planning teams to optimize procurement planning, alignment, and execution.
• Manage sourcing activities, including RfQs, supplier evaluations, technical clarifications, total cost analysis, negotiations, and supplier selection.
• Oversee purchase order lifecycle management, ensuring timely execution, order confirmations, quality compliance, and supplier performance.
• Implement procurement strategies for assigned commodities, including pricing, supplier mix, vendor onboarding, lead times, and budget performance management.
• Lead supplier and stakeholder coordination on technical, contractual, logistics, transportation, customs, and claim management matters.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, data quality, and supplier base performance while achieving KPIs related to savings, on-time delivery, claims, and process quality.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in direct purchasing, material requirements planning, or comparable supply chain role.
• Experience in manufacturing or power generation environments, with proficiency in SAP procurement ("Buy") modules and advanced Excel-based data analysis.
• Strong communication, collaboration, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and drive results.
• Demonstrated capability in strategic thinking, continuous process improvement, and supporting operational excellence initiatives.
• 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.

About the Team

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.


Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

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Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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