Senior Sourcing Specialist

New River Electrical Corporation; Granville Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

New River Electrical Corporation is seeking an experienced Senior Sourcing Specialist to manage the EPC procurement process, source suppliers, and lead vendor relationships in a fast-paced electrical construction environment.

The role requires 4–7 years in sourcing leadership, strong negotiation and analytics skills, and the ability to mentor procurement staff while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 25% is expected as part of supplier engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in sourcing and demonstrated leadership in sourcing.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices.
• Experience in North American and global markets; familiarity with electrical construction suppliers.
• Strong cost optimization, total cost of ownership and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of vendor management systems and analytics.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Procurement Manager in building out a lean and robust sourcing and procurement organization.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for EPC business to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers for mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with EPC goals.
• Travel anticipated to be 25% and foster long-term supplier relationships.
• Lead procurement staff including Senior Buyers and Expeditor roles and improve processes.

Skills

Sourcing leadership

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

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Position Description

Position Summary:

NRE seeks an experienced, results-driven Senior Sourcing Specialist to join our team at New River Electrical Company.

As a Senior Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for handling the EPC procurement process, sourcing suppliers, and managing vendor relationships to ensure a seamless supply chain. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams, make strategic decisions and implement best practices within our growing procurement function.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our company's success and be part of a dynamic team in a competitive market. We offer competitive compensation packages, health benefits and a supportive work environment that fosters learning and professional growth.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist the Procurement Manager in building out a lean and robust sourcing and procurement organization.
• Assist Procurement Manager in developing and implementing procurement strategies for EPC business that enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Identifying, evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost-effectiveness and adherence to ethical and sustainability standards.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and align procurement activities with EPC organizational goals.
• This position requires the ability to foster long-term supplier relationships, travel anticipated to be 25%.

Management Tasks:

• Manage and lead Procurement staff including Senior Buyers and Expeditor roles.
• Together with your team, implement procurement systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Source and negotiate with potential suppliers, assess their capabilities and evaluate their suitability based on predefined criteria.
• Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop EPC sourcing strategies.
• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, including identifying process enhancements.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to higher management.
• Develop and maintain procurement metrics to track performance, identify areas for improvement and report on sourcing effectiveness.

Position Requirements

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in sourcing and demonstration of sourcing leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices.
• Demonstrable experience in the North American and global markets and familiarity with local suppliers and sourcing channels in electrical construction and the electrical industry.
• Strong skills in cost optimization, TCO, and negotiation techniques.
• Knowledge of vendor management systems.
• An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and systems.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is required to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.