Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Overview

"ENGINEERING A BETTER TOMORROW". Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows for all employees to feel valued and safe to give their opinions and improve our company.

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC, (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries.

Position Summary

Note: This is a 3 month + assignment.


Seeking a highly effective and results-driven Procurement professional to lead procurement activities supporting Turnarounds and Capital Projects at complex chemical production facilities. This role will oversee project sourcing strategies, drive applicable category management strategies, and serve as overall Procurement lead for each event. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry experience, strong project management, effective stakeholder management and leadership skills, and action, schedule and results driven.

Responsibilities

Manage Turnaround and Capital Project Procurement activities at US petrochemical manufacturing sites (e.g., Texas & Louisiana Gulf Coast region)

Drive implementation of Category Strategies including execution of clearly defined sourcing events; selection of suppliers in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Develop negotiation plans, gain alignment from stakeholders, lead cross-functional negotiation teams, and implement appropriate supplier risk analysis

Coach and develop supporting Strategic Sourcing Specialists/Buyers

Drive schedule compliance related to services, materials, including long-lead specialty equipment

Effectively use ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Requisition-to-Pay/Source-to-Contract software (e.g., GEP, Coupa, Ariba, etc.) to create and maintain supplier agreements, pricing, and/or analytics in a timely manner

Effectively engage and influence key stakeholders in Turnaround, Manufacturing, Engineering, Capital Projects, et.al. and related strategic suppliers

Address supplier performance challenges and other commercial issues, as needed

Qualifications

End-to-end Procurement Process including developing and implementing sourcing strategies for Services, Materials, Engineered Equipment, etc.

Strategic Supplier Relationship Management.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.

Strong working knowledge of business analysis, market research, financial analysis, cost models, procurement/supply chain analysis and supplier performance management.

Strong analytical, presentation, budgeting, and project management skills, with a track record of proactive problem resolution within complex supply chains.

Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.

Ability to work with and influence diverse peers and management.

Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.

Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).

A high degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications and able to create and interpret key reports.

Functional / Technical Skills.

Strong Project Management.

Excellent Oral, Written, and Presentation Skills.

Agility/Flexibility.

Collaboration.

Problem Solving.

Stakeholder Engagement / Influence.

Leadership/Coaching.

Change Management.

Supplier Management.

Action Oriented/ Sense of Urgency.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, Masters) preferred.

EEO Statement

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC ("TCE") is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal TCE offer letter through our onboarding system.

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