Sourcing/Materials Spec

We are currently seeking a Sourcing/Materials Specialist in the growing Supply Chain organization within the Nuclear Power Plants Business Unit. Our Nuclear Power Plants Business Unit, based out of our corporate headquarters in Monroeville, PA, specializes in product development, systems engineering, component design, equipment manufacturing, and project management for new nuclear power plants worldwide. market place.In this position, a Sourcing/Materials Specialist can expect to perform the following duties:- Serve as a key member in the Supply Chain (purchasing) Group. - Work with suppliers to obtain parts, supplies and/or equipment satisfying requirements at the best price, highest quality, and within schedule. - Develop and maintain vendor/supplier relationships and working with the Westinghouse engineers and project teams to ensure material availability and accuracy.A successful candidate would be familiar with and/or have experience with the following:1. Supplier Relationships2. Contract Management in heavy industry or complex international contracts3. Facilitating/leading cross-functional Sourcing initiatives 4. Worked with international heavy industry suppliers5. Target cost modeling; and/or 6. Project management/planning background7. 4 year degree required (Supply Chain Management or Engineering)8. Heavy Industry experience would be a plus Westinghouse technology is the basis for nearly half of the world's nuclear power plants. We are committed to ensuring that nuclear power remains a clean, safe, and environmentally sound way to produce electricity. Westinghouse welcomes enthusiastic, dedicated, and innovative individuals with a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, STD & LTD, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Savings Plan, Pension Plan and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. EOE/Affirmative Action Join us in energizing our world! LOCATION: Pittsburgh, PA 15122 STATUS: Full Time, Employee JOB CATEGORY: Business/Strategic Management REFERENCE CODE: 6801BR.1290 Westinghouse Fast Facts: Westinghouse technology is the basis for nearly 50 percent of the world's operating commercial nuclear power plants. Our primary vision is to be the customers' choice to supply leading-edge nuclear technology to satisfy the world's growing demand for energy. We strive to do this by: Acting with integrity and respect for others Being safe and environmentally responsible Committing to achieving success for our customers Delivering value and profit Excelling in our operations Westinghouse serves the needs of utility, government, and industrial customers in power-related industries through three distinct businesses: Nuclear Services, Nuclear Fuel, and Nuclear Power Plants. Nuclear energy originates from the splitting of uranium atoms in a process called fission. At the power plant, the fission process is used to generate heat for producing steam, which is used by a turbine to generate electricity. Click here to see "How a Nuclear Plant Works" The Westinghouse AP1000 is ready for global use. China will build four AP1000s, beginning in 2009. The AP1000 has also passed all the steps for compliance with European Utility Requirements. And, the AP1000 is the only Generation III+ plant to receive design certification my the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, with many US utilities already having selected the AP1000 as their technology of choice.