Field Sourcing Specialist

Field Sourcing Specialist Location: Freeport, TX – Victoria St (HYCO) and Bloomington, TX – ASU Air Liquide is a global leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and health. With a presence in 80 countries and approximately 66,000 employees, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and responsible growth. Responsibilities Lead bidding and sourcing activities for all purchases in the assigned zone or business unit (BU). Coordinate all communication between AirLiquide and bidders, including developing technical specifications and scopes of work. Investigate, qualify and recommend bidders; develop and issue formal requests for quotes (RFQs). Guide job walks and bid clarification meetings with internal customers; issue clarifications or amendments to specifications or work scopes. Complete commercial and technical bid tabulations in collaboration with internal customers; build alignment on final price and commercial terms. Make sourcing recommendations and author/execution material and services contracts as required. Safeguard commercial health: identify and address business risks during bidding, support contractor alignment with safety pre‑screening, and manage hold‑harmless, indemnification documentation, and certificates of insurance. Ensure critical suppliers are on approved lists and initiate qualification processes for new suppliers. Collaboratively drive sourcing activity for major capital, maintenance, and plant turnarounds (TAR) – attend budget and TAR planning meetings, guide procurement planning, and maintain TAR activity tracking sheets. Develop business‑plan strategies and opportunities for BU or zone spend in unmanaged categories. Provide timely and accurate reporting and documentation of sourcing activities, cost savings, and contractor usage. Support corporate supply‑chain initiatives: promote use of managed suppliers, report non‑compliance events, identify frame‑agreement opportunities, and participate in supplier relationship management meetings. Coordinate and resolve quality or performance issues with non‑managed suppliers; facilitate sale of surplus assets. Provide on‑site sourcing support during major plant turnarounds and mentor junior FieldSourcing Specialists. Qualifications College degree with at least 2years of purchasing experience supporting operations or manufacturing, or 2years of operations experience with strong commercial skill sets. Minimum of 5years of progressive experience in supply‑chain management organizations. Proven experience in contract and terms negotiations, including hold‑harmless and certificate of insurance. Strong understanding of equipment operation and maintenance in an industrial setting. Demonstrated ability to mentor and support junior sourcing professionals. Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder‑management skills. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. 14‑week paid parental leave. 401(k) plan with company match. Tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Early access to benefits from day one. Equal Opportunity Statement We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. AirLiquide is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity across all levels of the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr US10791-ALACUS Air Liquide USA LLC