Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Location: Glasgow

As a leading engineering company in substations for power transmission, renewable energy and transportation, this role sits within our Supply Chain Management team. The purpose of the role is to provide procurement expertise for the design, supply, installation and commissioning activities for 11kV to 400kV substation and Offshore Wind Tenders and Projects. The position is both tender and project focused, working to defined budgetary objectives, achieving successful sourcing solutions and implementing them to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. Continuous improvement, implementation of standards and cost reduction are also key components of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute all Supply Chain Management (SCM) and procurement activities in accordance with SCM and company procedures.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers and subcontractors as per company procedures and SCM sourcing strategies.
• Assist the Tendering Department and Project execution with regards to their activities.
• Issue RFQs using the eSourcing platform.
• Obtain and negotiate final prices, deliveries, commercial terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure compliant technical and commercial bids are available.
• Prepare price comparison tables along with a total cost overview (identifying and comparing foreign exchange rate influences, transportation costs, different payment terms, etc.).
• Negotiate and prepare the Special Conditions of Purchase Orders and obtain relevant approvals as per LOA protocols.
• Coordinate with FSSC (Financial Shared Services Center) the Purchase to Pay process in the Oracle ERP system.
• Review order acknowledgements from suppliers for compliance to the terms of the purchase order.
• Manage purchase orders, process goods receipt in the ERP, administer invoices, expedite materials and services, and handle vendor notifications for breaches of contract and negotiations of claims.
• Issue progress reports reflecting procurement activities.
• Identify and onboard potential new suppliers in accordance with Linxon's processes and procedures.
• Input cost reductions achieved on purchases and report periodically to the line manager.
• Assist in collation of KPI data, checking costs, quality and levels of service.
• Review open purchase orders and take necessary actions for closure.
• Follow Linxon code of conduct and ethics.
• Monitor compliance to health and safety as well as business ethics in operational work, contracts and negotiations.
• Strengthen customer relationships through successful procurement solutions.
• Participate in added value reviews, sourcing strategies and innovation.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum CIPS qualification (or equivalent) and applicable experience in lieu of qualification.
• Knowledge of Transmission or Distribution (11kV to 400kV) procurement and tendering activities.
• Knowledge of various industry standards and client working.
• Good working knowledge of international procurement frameworks.
• Experience with the Oracle ERP system.
• Implemented new processes, tools or software and mentored other team members.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in high pressure, project driven environments.
• Ability to build relationships effectively and challenge the status quo.
• Effective communication at all levels.

About Linxon

Linxon is a joint venture company established by Atkins Réalis and Hitachi Energy to deliver turnkey electrical AC substation projects. We specialize in substations related to renewable and conventional power generation, power transmission and transportation solutions. We combine project management expertise and industry leading technology to create true partners for reliable, sustainable energy solutions.

EEO Statement

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