Sourcing Specialist (San Jose, CA)

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus potential

Generous PTO & paid holidays

401(k) with generous match

Comprehensive benefits

Weekly pay

Mentoring & career growth

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group is seeking a mid to senior Sourcing Specialist to drive the success of our Transmission, Substation, and Distribution EPC projects. You’ll partner with internal teams and top-tier vendors to run the full sourcing lifecycle—launching competitive bids and RFPs, analyzing commercial proposals, and securing smart, cost-effective deals.

T&D/Utility experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years sourcing or procurement experience for power generation or electric utility projects.
• Vendor management, RFP solicitation and response, tender evaluation, contract review, pricing negotiations.
• Strong T&D material knowledge and familiarity with substation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large material and equipment bids for T&D EPC projects.
• Review client RFPs and engineering designs to identify gaps, document requirements (e.g., MBE/WBE, Buy American), and define scopes of work.
• Validate materials and quantities from engineering drawings; organize and issue bid packages.
• Build bidder lists with Supply Chain/project input; solicit vendor pre-qualification info.
• Manage vendor quotes/proposals in compliance with internal policies.
• Evaluate bids, analyze proposals and contracts, manage negotiations, and present vendor recommendations.
• Ensure accuracy of material estimates and meet project deadlines.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• As a Senior you will bring the ability to mentor junior and mid level Sourcing Specialists.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Skills

3–10+ years sourcing, procurement

Vendor management

RFPs & bids

Contract negotiations

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-project coordination

Travel readiness

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Sourcing SpecialistQISG/EnergyLink is seeking mid to Senior Sourcing Specialist to drive the success of our Transmission, Substation, and Distribution (T&D) EPC projects. In this role, you’ll partner with internal teams and top-tier vendors to run the full sourcing lifecycle—launching competitive bids and RFPs, analyzing commercial proposals, and securing smart, cost-effective deals.

T&D/Utility experience is strongly preferred. Engineering/Procurement/Construction (EPC) experience outside of this sector will be considered depending on the industry.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage large material and equipment bids for T&D EPC projects.

• Review client RFPs and engineering designs to identify gaps, document requirements (e.g., MBE/WBE, Buy American), and define scopes of work.

• Validate materials and quantities from engineering drawings; organize and issue bid packages.

• Build bidder lists with Supply Chain/project input; solicit vendor pre-qualification info.

• Manage vendor quotes/proposals in compliance with internal policies.

• Evaluate bids, analyze proposals and contracts, manage negotiations, and present vendor recommendations.

• Ensure accuracy of material estimates and meet project deadlines.

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

• As a Senior you will bring the ability to mentor junior and mid level Sourcing Specialists.

What You'll Bring

• 3-10+ years sourcing or procurement experience for power generation or electric utility projects - or EPC.

• Proven experience in vendor management, RFP solicitation and response, tender evaluation, commercial risk analysis, contract review, pricing negotiations, and quotations.

• Strong T&D material knowledge (overhead and underground) and familiarity with substation equipment (breakers, capacitor banks, etc.).

• Experience in EPC projects, material sourcing, procurement, or estimating is preferred.

• Established vendor and manufacturer relationships in the utility industry are a plus.

• Self-starter with excellent attention to detail, communication, and time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

• As a Senior you will bring the ability to mentor junior and mid level Sourcing Specialists.

• Travel up to 10% may be required.

What You'll Get

• Join QISG and grow your career!

  • Competitive base salary+annual bonus potential

  • Generous PTO & paid holidaysto maintain work-life balance

  • 401(k) with a generous matchto plan for your future

  • Comprehensive benefits– medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Weekly payfor consistent, reliable compensation

  • Great mentoring & career growth opportunities– we invest in your development

  At QISG, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career where you can grow, learn, and be rewarded for your contributions.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $80,000.00/Yr. - USD $115,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.