Category Specialist - Mechanical

Requisition ID: 296467  

•   Relocation Authorized: None  
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project  
• Work Location: Gurugram

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Bechtel’s India offices support the execution of projects and services around the world. Working seamlessly with Bechtel’s global business units, project sites, customers, and suppliers, our teams have delivered more than 125 projects since 1994. With offices in Gurgaon, Vadodara, and Chennai there are exciting career opportunities for candidates who are passionate about delivering projects that make a lasting, meaningful difference for people and communities around the world.

Job Summary:

Located at the Gurgaon office, Develops and maintains in-depth technical & global supply or related knowledge of assigned Mechanical commodities and uses this knowledge to leverage opportunities & mitigate risks for Bechtel Projects across all GBU’s.

Technical & Commercial Knowledge of Mechanical Equipment (Both- Rotary & Static Equipment) such as Boilers & Heaters, Chillers, HVAC Systems including AHU & FCU Units, Purifiers, Water Treatment Systems, Mixers, Cyclones, Filter Press, Thickeners, Agitators, Flares, Incinerators, Bulk Solid & Liquid Handling Systems, Turbines, Cooling Tower, Pumps, Diesel Generators, Compressors, Vapouriser Packages, Filters, Conveyors Belts, Shop Fabricated Tanks, Other Process Tanks, Columns and their Internals/Pressures Vessels/Heat Exchangers/Air Cooled Heat Exchangers (not limited to).

Knowledge of Suppliers & Maintains strategic relationships with suppliers for above mentioned Key Mechanical equipment (but not limited to).

Candidate shall preferably be from Premium Manufacturing industry/OEM and conversant with design engineering and manufacturing aspects in the industry.

Supervision Received

• Reports to and receive operational direction from the assigned Supervisor (Category Management – Mechanical Lead)

Supervision Exercised

• May provide supervision, training and guidance to other team personnel as and when required.

Contacts

• Maintain working relationships with internal team members, project Supply Chain personnel and project discipline personnel to perform assigned duties.
• Maintains working relationships with bidders and suppliers involved with the performance of assigned tasks for assigned mechanical commodities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist project teams in developing sourcing strategies that deliver best value while adhering to the Approved Manufacturers List (AML).
• Leverage technical expertise in mechanical commodities to support category management initiatives and cross-GBU objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and prequalify new suppliers; maintain supplier qualification records and databases.
• Continuously analyze emerging technologies and industry practices to improve schedule performance and reduce costs.
• Monitor domestic and global market trends, opportunities, challenges, tariffs, quotas, and maintain commodity heat maps for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, subject matter experts, and stakeholders across business lines and geographies.
• Support development and management of key supplier relationships to ensure effective order execution and performance.
• Compile, research, analyze, and present market intelligence, supplier data, and strategic insights using open and internal sources.
• Prepare high-quality management presentations and reports with strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Utilize AI tools and digital technologies to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure supplier evaluation data is leveraged for ongoing and future project success.
• Conduct supplier and sub-supplier visits, as required, to assess capabilities, performance, and compliance.
• Maintain current knowledge of international market dynamics and continuously enhance category expertise.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputed University in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-8 years of industry experience with min. 5 years as Mechanical category specialist for Static & Rotary equipment and Process & Utility Packages, covering all key mechanical commodities mentioned in position summary but not limited to.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Strong Techno-Commercial Expertise: In-depth knowledge of mechanical equipment, manufacturing processes, supplier capabilities, global supply markets, product specifications, testing requirements, and international codes/standards (ASME, API, ASTM, etc.).

• Category & Supply Chain Management: Ability to independently manage assigned mechanical commodities, including sourcing, expediting, supplier qualification, performance monitoring, risk identification, and understanding of end-to-end supply chains, sub-tier suppliers, and raw material sources.
• Procurement & Commercial Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of all procurement phases, including bidder prequalification, bid package preparation, commercial negotiations, purchase order administration, change management, and contract award processes.
• Market Intelligence & Innovation: Strong awareness of global market trends, supply chain challenges, emerging technologies, alternative materials, manufacturing methodologies, testing and inspection requirements, and opportunities impacting mechanical commodities.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams, present technical/commercial information effectively, and prepare high-quality technical papers and presentations for industry forums and conferences.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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