Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist II focused on labor onsite services. This role leads the assessment of opportunities, internal supply chains, and supply markets, ultimately developing, executing, and institutionalizing the sourcing strategy. A proven track record in sourcing and negotiating complex, high-value categories is essential. Individuals in this role manage their work with minimal supervision, develop proficient skills, and work independently on complex projects or issues.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key customers and cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies for complex, high-value materials, equipment, or services, including regional and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Develop requests for quotations and proposals, analyze supplier responses, and work with cross-functional teams to determine the best solutions for awarding contracts and agreements.
• Engage with middle and upper-level management of suppliers and manufacturers, demonstrating a proficient understanding of contractual terms and conditions, driving cost avoidance and savings through supplier negotiations and process efficiencies.
• Participate in change management strategies with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships at a strategic level and maintain effective interfaces with internal business partners, external customers, and suppliers.
• Oversee post-award supplier activities, settlements, claims, or disputes, and maintain purchase orders and agreements, including handling invoice mismatches, price changes, amendments, and change orders.
• Stay abreast of commodities, sources of supply, diversity opportunities, and market conditions that may impact future procurement for assigned categories.
• Provide assistance and cross-training to sourcing personnel on procurement tasks.
• Support the Regulated and Renewables Energy business unit project managers with strategic sourcing initiatives for equipment bid events and purchase order contracts, including managing Alliance Agreements and Master Service Agreements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 5-10 years of related work experience in Supply Chain.

Preferred Skills

• Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management.
• Major utility experience supporting projects, outages, and capital projects.
• Sourcing labor/services, materials, and engineered equipment for power plants.
• Demonstrated business and financial expertise.
• Excellent contract negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cost and financial analysis skills.
• Good business acumen.
• Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations.
• Previous strategic sourcing and contracting experience.
• Project and contract management experience with demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Experience with e-sourcing tools and ERP systems.
• Technical working knowledge of power plant equipment.
• Operational Excellence.
• EPC experience.

Schedule

This position follows a Hybrid Mobility Classification, meaning work will be performed both remotely and onsite (3 days per week) after the onboarding period. Hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the primary office facility. Some travel is required, and overnight travel may be required. Travel expenses will be reimbursed. Personal vehicle or rental car will be used for travel.