Senior Contract & Sourcing Specialist- # 26-22747

US Tech Solutions; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead assessment of opportunities, internal supply chains, and markets, and to develop, execute, and institutionalize the sourcing strategy.

The role requires a proven track record in sourcing and negotiating complex, high-value categories, independence, and the ability to resolve problems with minimal supervision. Hybrid work arrangement is offered with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5–10 years in supply chain.
• Certified Purchasing Manager and/or CPIM preferred.
• Experience with power plants and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: develop sourcing strategies for complex, high-value materials, equipment, or services.
• Strategy Execution: create RFQs/Proposals and analyze supplier responses.
• Negotiation: negotiate with suppliers, driving cost avoidance and savings.
• Change Management: participate in change management for strategy implementation.
• Relationship Management: manage supplier relationships at a strategic level.
• Supplier Management: oversee post-award activities and POs, handle invoices and changes.
• Subject Matter Expertise: stay abreast of commodities, supply sources, and market conditions.
• Mentorship: provide assistance and cross-training to sourcing personnel.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PowerAdvocate

CAS

Maximo

Job description

• The Senior Sourcing Specialist 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. They should be fully competent in using concepts and procedures to identify problems, develop solutions, and take action to resolve them.

Duration: 12+ Months

Job Description

• The Senior Sourcing Specialist 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. They should be fully competent in using concepts and procedures to identify problems, develop solutions, and take action to resolve them.

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 Client Energy's 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.
• Additionally, this position supports the Regulated and Renewables Energy (RRE) business unit project managers with strategic sourcing initiatives for equipment bid events and purchase order contracts. It also involves managing Alliance Agreements and Master Service Agreements, including category management.

Required/Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 5-10 years related work experience in Supply Chain

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management
• Major utility experience supporting projects and outages and capital projects
• Sourcing labor/services, materials, and engineered equipment for power plants

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated business and financial expertise
• Excellent contract negotiation skills - Detail oriented - Strong planning/organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving/analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills - 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 - Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills
• Experience with e-sourcing tools (PowerAdvocate) and ERP systems (CAS, Maximo)
• Technical working knowledge of power plant equipment.

Note

• Hybrid work schedule: Candidates are required to work onsite 3 days per week and work remotely the remaining 2 days.
• Some travel required, overnight travel may be required. Travel expenses reimbursed. Personal vehicle or rental car will be driven.
• Candidates must have experience working and negotiating large equipment contracts.

About US Tech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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