Sourcing Specialist

Role summary / purpose Sourcing Specialist II focused on labor onsite services. This role will lead 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 are expected to manage their work with minimal supervision, develop proficient skills, and work independently on complex projects or issues. Key responsibilities • Strategy Development: Collaborating 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. • Strategy Execution: Developing requests for quotations and proposals, analyzing supplier responses, and working with cross-functional teams to determine the best solutions for awarding contracts and agreements. • Negotiation: Engaging with middle and upper-level management of suppliers and manufacturers, demonstrating a proficient understanding of contractual terms and conditions. This includes driving cost avoidance and savings through supplier negotiations and process efficiencies. • Change Management: Participating in change management strategies with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of sourcing strategies. • Relationship Management: Managing supplier relationships at a strategic level and maintaining effective interfaces with internal business partners, external customers, and suppliers. • Supplier Management: Overseeing post-award supplier activities, settlements, claims, or disputes, and maintaining purchase orders and agreements. This includes handling invoice mismatches, price changes, amendments, and change orders. • Subject Matter Expertise: Staying abreast of commodities, sources of supply, diversity opportunities, and market conditions that may impact future procurement for assigned categories. • Mentorship: Providing assistance and cross-training to sourcing personnel on procurement tasks. • Supporting 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 – education & experience • Bachelor's degree plus 5-10 years related work experience in Supply Chain Nice-to-have / 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 equipme…