Sourcing Specialist

Western Power; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic sourcing efforts. You will drive negotiations and develop strategies to increase value while collaborating with various teams to implement initiatives aimed at significant cost savings. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in procurement law, excellent communication skills, and a passion for teamwork. This role offers competitive benefits and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Additional leave purchase

Salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Wellness leave days

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and deliver smart sourcing strategies that drive value.
• Deep understanding of procurement risk and compliance.
• Solid grasp of Contract Law, Construction Law, and Australian Consumer Law.

Responsibilities

• Drive smart sourcing strategies and lead negotiations.
• Identify new ways to reduce costs and unlock commercial improvements.
• Collaborate with contract managers to ensure successful execution.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Procurement risk and compliance

Contract Law

Construction Law

Strong communication

Education

Qualifications in Procurement, Business, Law, or Finance

Job description

Sourcing Specialist - Permanent Full-Time / Perth CBD

We’re looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join our Commercial team full-time, working across our Network, Construction & Maintenance portfolio. You’ll lead the charge on strategic sourcing – from developing smart strategies and running tenders to assessing opportunities and negotiating high‑impact commercial agreements.

Your Role in Action

• Drive smart sourcing strategies and lead negotiations that deliver real value for Western Power.
• Play a key role in delivering a major cost‑saving pipeline – targeting over $170M in opportunities.
• Use data, insights, and e‑procurement tools to inform decisions and streamline sourcing activities.
• Identify new ways to reduce costs and unlock commercial improvements across the business.
• Be the commercial and governance lead for contract development and execution.
• Partner with Category Specialists to bring sourcing strategies to life through effective sourcing events.
• Collaborate with contract managers and operational teams to turn plans into action on the ground.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Proven ability to develop and deliver smart sourcing strategies that drive value and results.
• Deep understanding of procurement risk and compliance – you know how to navigate the fine print and the big picture.
• Confident communicator who can influence, collaborate, and always keeps the outcome in focus.
• Solid grasp of Contract Law, Construction Law, and Australian Consumer Law.
• You thrive on building strong relationships and being part of a team that wins together.
• Qualifications in Procurement, Business, Law, or Finance are great – and if you know your way around AS 4000 contracts, even better!

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work‑life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations.

You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
• An award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.

Applications close on 25 June 2025

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities.