Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Position Summary
The Site Strategic Procurement Specialist is responsible for executing the long-term sourcing strategy for the WSS manufacturing site and supporting branch procurement activities across the region. This role drives cost optimization, supplier performance, contract management, and data-driven decision making while ensuring alignment with Xylem’s global category strategies. The specialist will build and maintain a resilient, compliant, and cost-effective supply base and serve as the site representative for the rollout and adoption of new ERP tools.
In addition, this position requires strong analytical capabilities to support site and branch performance management, including development and maintenance of procurement dashboards, KPI reporting, spend analysis, and supply chain performance metrics utilizing SAP S/4HANA, Power BI, and advanced Excel tools such as Pivot Tables and query-based reporting. Approximately 25% travel is expected to support supplier engagement, site collaboration, branch support, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Develop, maintain, and execute the site-level sourcing strategy aligned with global category management and Xylem’s Operations Procurement objectives.
- Support branch procurement teams with strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance improvement, and supply continuity activities.
- Conduct supplier selection, RFx events, and negotiations for strategic, high-value categories in conjunction with Category Managers.
- Develop and maintain supplier performance management, including QBRs, scorecards, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build risk-mitigated dual-source strategies and ensure supply continuity.
- Own strategic supplier relationships and act as primary escalation point for quality, delivery, or commercial issues.
Cost Management, Analytics & Value Engineering
- Drive cost-reduction programs, VA/VE initiatives, and landed cost optimization supporting XGP goals.
- Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) and leverage SAP data for cost modeling.
- Develop, maintain, and present procurement dashboards and KPI reports to support both site and branch operations.
- Utilize SAP S/4HANA, Power BI, and advanced Excel capabilities (Pivot Tables, Power Query, formulas, and report generation) to provide insights into spend, supplier performance, inventory trends, and sourcing opportunities.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to support product localization, make-versus-buy, and design-to-value projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (APICS/ASCM certification preferred) or equivalent Xylem/Evoqua years of relevant experience.
- 3-5+ years in strategic procurement, preferably in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
- Advanced proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, Power BI, and Excel, including Pivot Tables, formulas, Power Query, and dashboard development.
- Strong procurement analytics, negotiation expertise, and supplier management experience.
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and communicate analytical findings effectively.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering or equivalent experience
- 3-5+ years in strategic procurement (preferably manufacturing or industrial sectors)
- Advanced proficiency in SAP S/4HANA
- Advanced proficiency in Power BI
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, formulas, and dashboard development
- Strong procurement analytics, negotiation expertise, and supplier management experience
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and communicate analytical findings effectively
- APICS/ASCM certification
What We Do
Xylem |ˈzīləm| 1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots; 2) a leading global water technology company. Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
