Global Sourcing Specialist I

Global Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

Company Overview

At Mitsubishi Power, we’re not just building better clean energy technologies; we’re architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world’s energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to – making net zero a reality.

Role Overview

Coordinate and direct activities associated with procuring goods and services, including raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, advertising, and other indirect procurement categories. This role supports supplier management, contract negotiations, procurement strategy, and sourcing initiatives while ensuring compliance with company objectives and procurement standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand, establish, and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for indirect procurements.

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

• Review and evaluate monthly global sourcing data to support company direction and growth initiatives.

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

• Manage contracts to verify vendor compliance with contractual requirements.

• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection personnel, quality teams, users, vendors, and other stakeholders to determine root causes and corrective actions.

• Conduct supplier performance reviews related to quality, delivery, and reliability.

• Establish long-term agreements with suppliers.

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

• Resolve indirect procurement issues as they arise.

• Maintain procurement records, including items or services purchased, costs, delivery performance, product quality, and inventory information.

• Provide support to upper management in achieving corporate goals, objectives, and projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Education

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or a minimum of five (5) years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, engineering drawings, engineering specifications, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

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 solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 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.

Management Skills: Ability to effectively communicate job task, goals and projects to global sourcing staff as well as manage and delegate when necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Primarily office-based role with prolonged periods of sitting.

• Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds).

• Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching)

• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Committed to quality products and services

• Great working environment and culture

• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mitsubishi Power 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