Rotating Equipment Buyer – Gas/Steam Turbine and Ancillary Parts

The Junior Rotating Equipment Buyer supports the procurement of gas and steam turbines, ancillary systems, and spare parts by coordinating purchase activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery. This entry-level role is vital for ensuring smooth procurement operations and learning the commercial and technical aspects of rotating equipment sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Purchase Order Management

• Prepare and issue purchase orders for turbine components and ancillary parts (e.g., gearboxes, lube oil systems, couplings).

• Track order status, confirm deliveries, and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time performance.

2. Supplier Coordination

• Communicate with OEMs and approved vendors to request quotations, confirm lead times, and obtain technical/commercial documentation.

• Maintain supplier records and assist in onboarding new suppliers with required documentation.

3. Quotation and Bid Evaluation Support

• Assist in gathering and organizing quotations and proposals for technical and commercial review by senior buyers and engineering teams.

• Participate in creating side-by-side comparison sheets and preparing purchase justifications.

4. Inventory and Demand Support

• Coordinate with inventory and maintenance teams to align procurement with demand forecasts and reorder points.

• Help identify recurring parts and establish blanket order agreements for high-usage turbine components.

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure all purchase records, vendor certifications, and contracts are properly documented and accessible.

• Support compliance with procurement policies and internal controls.

Key Focus Areas:

• Procurement support for gas and steam turbines and associated rotating equipment

• Coordination with vendors for RFQs, quotes, and deliveries

• Support of purchase order lifecycle and procurement documentation

• Basic understanding of turbine components and technical terminology

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Business, or a related field

• Experience: 0–2 years in procurement or supply chain, preferably in a technical or industrial environment; internships a plus

• Skills:

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Basic understanding of rotating equipment and turbine components

  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)