Procurement Specialist

• Responsible for ensuring that specified materials are delivered to factories, service sites, or suppliers (as applicable) at the right time.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for order execution.
• Responsible for:

Supplier Management

• Ensuring timely PO placement and delivery of material with the right quality as per contractual arrangements.
• Reviewing material requirements as per Material Requirement Planning (MRP) and procuring material as per the need date in collaboration with Sourcing and Supplier Quality.
• Continuous engagement with suppliers to monitor On-Time Delivery (OTD) and drive improvement actions to enhance overall quality.
• Actively participating in and leading discussions related to material crises.
• Ensuring progress reports are received from suppliers in the correct format and on time.
• Identifying supplier-related material delays and establishing a back-charging process for any delays in deliveries.
• Working on dedicated OTD focus programs and performing analysis on top/worst suppliers. Collaborating with suppliers to overcome delays through agreed mitigation and corrective action plans.
• Meeting all KPIs related to the fulfillment function.
• Ensuring suppliers are paid on time.
• Cross-functional coordination
• Managing the entire order fulfillment cycle and working in tandem with Engineering, Service Shops, Process Specialists, Quality (Shop Supplier), Sourcing, and Logistics teams for timely supplies.
• Coordinating with other functions to manage timely inspections, NCR resolution, and transportation.
• Engaging the right people (PQ/Process Specialists, etc.) for first product development in coordination with Sourcing and SQE.
• Establishing close collaboration with Wabtec network factories for managing exigencies and offshore suppliers.
• Attending all daily shop/material review meetings and managing exigencies in line with shop requirements.

Reporting and Material Visibility

• Providing 100% material visibility and tracking across the organization.
• Managing material movement between different suppliers and factories and keeping track of all free-issue material.
• Incorporating best fulfillment practices and tools (MIN-MAX Scheduling/MRP Planning, etc.) used in other factory/service shop locations and working with the broader team for rollout.
• Leading/participating in supplier performance improvement and rating programs.

Education & Experience

• BE/B.Tech from a reputed institute.
• Master’s in Materials Management preferred.

Essential Skills

• Basic commercial awareness.
• Basic knowledge of planning and scheduling associated with production.
• Proactive, problem-solving attitude with strong networking and communication skills.
• Organizational skills, including prioritization and resource deployment.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge in an ERP environment (Oracle desirable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong data analytical skills.
• Excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings/specifications and understand manufacturing processes.
• Language: Proficient in English.

Behavioral Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with diverse team members.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor teams when required.
• Confident and articulate in expressing thoughts.
• Strong conflict resolution capabilities.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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