Strategic Sourcing Specialist # 26-27545

US Tech Solutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; 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 supply markets; develop, execute, and institutionalize the sourcing strategy. The role requires a proven track record in sourcing and negotiating complex, high-value categories, with minimal supervision.

The position supports Regulated and Renewables Energy projects, manages Alliance and Master Service Agreements, and involves category management with experience using

Qualifications

• 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 and cost/financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Collaborate 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: Develop RFQs and RFPs, analyze supplier responses, and work with cross-functional teams to determine best solutions for awarding contracts and agreements.
• Negotiation: Engage with suppliers and manufacturers' leadership; drive cost avoidance and savings through negotiations and process efficiencies.
• Change Management: Participate in change management strategies with cross-functional teams for successful implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Relationship Management: Manage supplier relationships at a strategic level and interface with internal partners, customers, and suppliers.
• Supplier Management: Oversee post-award supplier activities, settlements, claims, disputes, and maintenance of POs and agreements.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Stay updated on commodities, supply sources, diversity opportunities, and market conditions affecting procurement.
• Mentorship: Provide assistance and cross-training to sourcing personnel.
• Support Regulated and Renewables Energy (RRE) unit project managers with strategic sourcing initiatives for equipment bid events and PO contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Independent work

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Sourcing Materials

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerAdvocate

CAS

Maximo

Job description

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.

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'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.

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

Experience:

• 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
• Operational Excellence

Skillsets:

• Sourcing Materials

Education:

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

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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