Sourcing Specialist

AccruePartners; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AccruePartners is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to join the Supply Chain organization of a large energy and utilities company in Charlotte, NC. Hybrid work arrangement with onsite ~3 days weekly after onboarding, and travel to operation sites as needed.

You will lead strategic sourcing for high-value equipment, manage RFQ/RFP events, negotiate contracts, and own supplier relationships from strategy through post-award management, influencing major capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5-10 years in Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Contracting.
• Proven ability to independently negotiate large, high-value contracts.
• Experience leading RFQ/RFP processes and supplier negotiations.
• Experience with contract drafting, redlining, and post-award management.
• Experience with capital projects, engineered equipment, or major utilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for high-value equipment, materials, and services.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, evaluate bids, perform commercial analysis, and recommend awards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms directly with suppliers/manufacturers.
• Structure contracts and manage Master Service/Alliance Agreements and related orders.
• Oversee post-award supplier performance, including disputes and price changes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and favorable commercial terms.
• Monitor markets and supplier capabilities to inform sourcing decisions.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

RFQ/RFP Management

Contracting

Supplier Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Maximo

PowerAdvocate

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Join the Supply Chain organization of a large, established energy and utilities company supporting major capital projects and operational initiatives
• Partner directly with project managers, engineering teams, plant stakeholders, suppliers, and Supply Chain leadership
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives for large, engineered equipment and high-value contracts
• Work within a highly visible sourcing function responsible for complex equipment bid events, purchase orders, Master Service Agreements, and Alliance Agreements

SENIOR SOURCING SPECIALIST

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

• Join the Supply Chain organization of a large, established energy and utilities company supporting major capital projects and operational initiatives
• Partner directly with project managers, engineering teams, plant stakeholders, suppliers, and Supply Chain leadership
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives for large, engineered equipment and high-value contracts
• Work within a highly visible sourcing function responsible for complex equipment bid events, purchase orders, Master Service Agreements, and Alliance Agreements

LOCATION

• Charlotte, NC - Hybrid
• Onsite approximately 3 days per week following the onboarding period
• Some travel to operational/plant locations required; occasional overnight travel may be necessary
• Travel expenses reimbursed

What They Offer You

• Opportunity to lead sourcing and contracting efforts for complex, high-dollar equipment purchases
• Significant ownership over the full sourcing lifecycle, from strategy and competitive bid events through negotiation, award, and post-award supplier management
• Direct involvement in negotiating commercial terms, conditions, pricing, and contractual language
• Exposure to major capital projects within the energy and utilities industry
• Opportunity to work independently while influencing sourcing strategy across high-impact categories
• High level of interaction with supplier leadership, project teams, engineering, and internal business stakeholders

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for high-value equipment, materials, and services
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, evaluate supplier bids, perform commercial analysis, and recommend contract awards
• Negotiate complex contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions directly with suppliers and manufacturers
• Structure contracts and disposition supplier edits using tracked changes in Microsoft Word
• Lead sourcing efforts for large equipment bid events and purchase order contracts
• Manage Master Service Agreements, Alliance Agreements, purchase orders, amendments, and change orders
• Manage suppliers after award, including claims, disputes, invoice discrepancies, price changes, and contract modifications
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, and improved commercial terms
• Monitor supply markets, commodity conditions, and supplier capabilities to support sourcing decisions

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS

• Bachelor's degree with 5-10 years of Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Contracting experience
• Strong experience sourcing and negotiating large equipment contracts
• Proven ability to independently negotiate complex, high-value contracts and terms & conditions
• Experience structuring contracts and reviewing/redlining contractual language in Microsoft Word
• Strong background managing RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, contract awards, and post-award activities
• Experience supporting capital projects, engineered equipment, power generation, utilities, industrial facilities, or similarly complex environments strongly preferred
• Power plant equipment sourcing or major utility experience is highly desirable
• Experience with ERP and e-sourcing platforms such as Maximo or PowerAdvocate is a plus
• CPM and/or CPSM certification is a plus

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