Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Our Sourcing team is responsible for supporting manufacturing and business operations through strategic procurement, supplier management, cost optimization, and risk mitigation initiatives. We partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers across North America and globally to ensure the successful delivery of goods and services that support our plants and business functions.

Joining our team means working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment where you will lead sourcing projects, negotiate with suppliers, drive savings, improve processes, and help build strong supplier partnerships that contribute to the company's growth and operational success.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Sourcing Team, you will be responsible for

• This role supports manufacturing operations, functional departments, and business stakeholders across Mexico by providing sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and cost optimization support.
• The position is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, maintaining supplier relationships, supporting procurement compliance processes, leading supplier onboarding activities, and driving continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• The role works closely with Operations, Finance, Engineering, EHS, HR, and plant leadership teams to ensure timely procurement support and uninterrupted business operations.
• This position reports to the Lead Sourcing Manager and provides regular updates on sourcing projects, savings performance, supplier performance, procurement compliance, and key business initiatives through periodic reviews, presentations, and management reports.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Commodity Management.
• Proven experience leading supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience managing indirect and/or direct spend categories in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier onboarding, RFQs/RFPs, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
• Experience working with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Oracle, SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate pricing, market trends, and total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); bilingual English/Spanish preferred for operations supporting Mexico and the United States.
• Strong understanding of procurement compliance, commercial terms, risk management, and corporate sourcing policies.

What will your typical day look like?

• Deliver annual cost savings of 5% year-over-year against the assigned spend portfolio.
• Drive timely resolution of invoice issues and maintain zero invoices outstanding beyond 30 days.
• Support compliance with the company's Payment Accuracy Policy and related procurement processes.
• Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and service agreements to maximize value while minimizing risk.
•  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, cost optimization, and supplier performance initiatives.

Additional Information

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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