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Siemens Energy · 1 day ago

Supplier Development Lead - USA

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

Siemens Energy is a leading energy technology company with a global workforce dedicated to developing sustainable energy systems. The Supplier Development Lead will enhance supplier capability and performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement strategic procurement initiatives and drive supplier process improvements. This role is crucial in supporting Siemens Energy's business areas while ensuring alignment with the company's long-term objectives.

EnergyEnergy StorageIndustrialIndustrial AutomationOil and GasPower GridRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and implement/consult on critical initiatives to enhance specific supplier processes, capabilities, and partnerships—driving performance, innovation, and alignment with Siemens Energy’s procurement strategy. This includes both proactive improvements (e.g., innovation, capability, capacity, technology) and addressing performance topics (e.g., quality, delivery)

Diagnose and resolve supply base challenges/opportunities, proactively handling risks and driving targeted improvements

Champion and harmonize supplier development practices across business units, ensuring consistency, alignment, and sustainable results

Provide both strategic enablement and practical support as needs evolve, partnering with business areas to advance standard processes and continuous improvement

Create and train on methodologies and process guides to elevate supplier development competency across Siemens Energy’s supply base

Benchmark and integrate external, innovative developments in supplier development, ensuring Siemens Energy remains at the forefront of industry standard processes

Qualification

Supplier process optimizationOperational excellenceValue stream analysisLean EnterpriseSix SigmaChange ManagementSystems thinkingProject managementIntercultural expertiseCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production/Industrial Technology, or Business Administration (with an operations or supply chain focus), with proven experience in supplier process optimization, operational excellence, value stream analysis, supplier innovation, production planning, capability and capacity ramp-up

Strong systems thinking and analytical skills, holistically analyze, optimize, and innovate supplier processes end-to-end

Experience in global, corporate, or matrixed environments, supporting multiple business units or regions, collaborating with commercial teams, understanding commodity strategies, and influencing executive partners

Demonstrated leadership as a change agent in Supplier Development, with a track record of leading international, multi-functional projects, task forces, and virtual teams; excellent facilitation, project/program management, and adaptability in complex organizational settings

Relevant certifications with practical experience in Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma- Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Value Stream Analysis, Change Management, and Scrum; advanced certifications preferred

Dynamic self-starter with strong initiative, intercultural expertise, and the ability to communicate technical information, performance metrics, and results effectively at senior organizational levels

Willingness to travel internationally up to 40%

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization