Procurement Specialist, Control Panels

Procurement Specialist for Control Panels in Sanford, FL

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.

We're Hiring a Procurement Specialist for Control Panels in Sanford, FL!

The Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in managing the procurement of Control Panels for the organization. This position involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that purchased materials meet quality and cost requirements. The Procurement Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to address procurement issues, perform cost analysis, and implement cost-saving initiatives. Additionally, this role involves monitoring supplier performance and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Core Responsibilities :

• Purchase Order creation and management; execution and expediting on all orders
• Reviewing scopes of work and proposals for accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate and manage work order changes with all pertinent parties
• Liaise between sales team, engineering and suppliers to ensure timely delivery
• Provide schedule updates to internal stakeholders with regards to expediting & delivery status
• Partner with category management to develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
• Monitor and mitigate any potential risks related to purchasing
• Panel Purchasing
• Control panel specification review
• Able to read and interpret one-line drawings
• Able to read and interpret control schematics
• Able to size breakers, starters, overloads, wire, VFD, soft starters, transformers
• Understanding of relay logic, PLCs, pump controllers, UL codes, intrinsically safe / FM
• Organize and maintain library of municipal end user specifications and standards
• Handling and executing expedite requests
• Coordinating between internal and external suppliers, internal employees, and customers
• Communicating with consultant engineers
• Manage Xylem supplied items inventory and delivery to panel builders
• Coordinating services, startups, and commissioning for electric components performed by third party suppliers

Qualifications :

Preferred Skills :

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!