Senior Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Celeros Flow Technology Full time

For over 140 years, our offerings have ensured the safe and dependable operations of critical industries. With a commitment to precision and collaboration, Celeros Flow Technology continues this legacy of high performance and reliability, delivering essential, sustainable flow control solutions for clients worldwide.

Celeros Flow Technology seeks individuals with insight and innovation. We value transformation, diversity, and encourage fresh perspectives on traditional concepts. We invite skilled professionals to join our elite team of innovators in a global, collaborative, and multicultural setting, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to excel.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The individual in this position will be an integral part of our Global Advanced Procurement/Buyout team, reporting directly to the Global Category Manager. The Category Specialist role is designed to enhance the existing collaboration between Customer Service, the Tendering Team, and Advanced Procurement to drive sales. The effectiveness of this role will significantly impact the Company's external partnerships, making it essential to seize opportunities.

The Advanced Procurement team is tasked with identifying major projects alongside Tendering Team Managers to secure market-level pricing on buyout and key pump components, including Electric Motors, Mechanical Seals & Systems, Lube Oil Systems, and Gear Boxes. Additionally, the team will assess supplier performance (KPI) as the Category expert for primary buyouts. A background in engineering and technical expertise in pump applications and electric motor selection for hazardous installations is essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support Global tendering teams across primary buyouts to ensure timely and high-quality quotations from inquiry receipt to order entry.Develop and submit comprehensive lower-risk proposal selections, ensuring timely delivery in alignment with the ITO (Inquiry to Order) Tendering Policy & Procedure.Analyze and assess technical specifications for pump equipment to devise a process solution that meets customer requirements, conduct risk evaluations, extract relevant client needs, and effectively communicate specifications to subcontractors, sub-vendors, and internal teams.Acquire quotations for pertinent bought-in equipment in accordance with the latest Global Supply Chain standards.Collaborate with the commercial team regarding customer needs, scope, and timelines.Ensure the accuracy and completeness of both CPQ tender data and the BTC Quote log, actively managing them.Contribute as a team member to support the Global Tendering Team in achieving supplier KPIs and metrics.Develop technical supplier selections in support of projects and market needs.Maintain and disseminate knowledge regarding filtration products and procurement.Utilize product knowledge to identify technical solutions that fulfill customer requirements.Facilitate Buyout Order Handover to ensure alignment from proposal to purchase order.Continuously develop or enhance internal workflows or processes as a daily responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Exceptional communication skills to unify tasks and strategies (both internal and external).Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Excel, Word, PowerPoint is essential.Technical aptitude to learn and comprehend proprietary sizing and selection software.Organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.Strong time management skills, capable of setting and meeting deadlines and objectives.Understanding of engineering principles relevant to the designated business unit, particularly concerning our API Pump product line.Ability to read, interpret, and accurately respond to technical specifications related to buyout costs and designs.Capability to effectively present information and address inquiries from internal personnel.Recognizes ownership and accountability for assignments.A collaborative team player with the ability to engage with various functions - Operations, Finance, Engineering, Projects, Sales.Strong capacity to learn product capabilities and limitations.Familiarity with engineering principles related to pump processes and mechanical design of pressure vessels.Knowledge of industry engineering standards and product capabilities.Ability to manage detailed documentation and strive for accuracy.Awareness of market sectors and products served by our offerings.Strong interpersonal skills.Creative and independent thinker.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

B.E in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.8-12 years of relevant industry experience in buyout components of API pumps, with 4-5 years of recent experience in advanced procurement within the pump industry preferred. Experience with Tendering/Proposal teams is essential.Experience in reviewing detailed specifications and crafting comprehensive and accurate bids/costs.Excellent communication and negotiation skills are mandatory.Experience working with global suppliers and internal global tendering teams is required.Familiarity with SAP is necessary.Able to travel (domestic and international – 30%).

BENEFITS

Competitive salary.Opportunities for professional development.Bonus structure.33 days of holiday (including bank holidays).Holiday buy and sell options.Pension plan.Life insurance coverage.Employee Assistance Program.Digital benefits encompassing health, wealth, and lifestyle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are necessary for computer work).Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.Regularly required to use hands, fingers, and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone).Occasionally required to lift and/or move light to moderate objects.Occasionally required to travel (usually by air or road, which may necessitate sitting for extended periods).

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Ability to work in a moderately noisy environment (i.e., business office with computers, phones, and printers).Ability to work in an open-plan office or individual office setting.Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods.Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel classified in this role.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CELEROS FLOW TECHNOLOGY VALUES

All divisions of Celeros are committed to the effective application of the Celeros Values. It is crucial that all employees understand and embody these values while performing their duties.

INTEGRITY: We prioritize safety and respect for our employees, business partners, and the environment. We consistently lead by example.

SPEED: In our mission to deliver mission-critical flow control equipment globally, we act with energy and urgency.

ACCOUNTABILITY: We stand by our actions and fulfill our commitments.

PARTNERSHIP: We collaborate across teams and with our customers to achieve mutual success. We rely on one another to deliver optimal outcomes and celebrate achievements.

EXCELLENCE: We are dedicated to being the best in engineering, manufacturing, and maintaining mission-critical equipment. We pursue quality and community improvement in every interaction.

QUALITY

Quality is integral to all aspects of Celeros' operations, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent any nonconformity related to products, processes, and the quality system. All employees are obligated to identify and document any such nonconformity and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.

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