Strategic Sourcing Specialist II

Primoris-Services-Corporatio; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Company Holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, STD/

LT Disability

401K with matching

Job summary

Primoris Renewable Energy, a leading EPC provider for solar and energy storage, seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist II to drive procurement across materials, equipment, and services for utility-scale projects.

You will identify suppliers, run RFx events, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and analyze spend to mitigate risk; collaboration with engineering, estimating, and project teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or a related field.
• Experience administering competitive bids, supplier management, and contract negotiations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and recommend suppliers for assigned commodities and projects.
• Lead RFx events from scope to award, with cross-functional evaluations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery, warranties, and other commercial terms.
• Manage supplier performance with KPIs, scorecards, and corrective actions.
• Develop spend analyses, sourcing dashboards, and supplier performance reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Estimating, Operations, and Project teams on sourcing plans.

Skills

Commercial Judgment

Strategic Sourcing Execution

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation & Contracting

Total Cost & Data Analysis

Supply Market Intelligence

Risk Identification & Mitigation

Cross-Functional Influence

Project & Priority Management

Decision Quality

Professional Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain / Engineering / Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Contract management software

Supplier performance systems

Job description

Job Overview:Position SummaryThe Strategic Sourcing Specialist II independently executes sourcing and procurement activities for materials, equipment, and services supporting utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. This role partners with supply chain leaders, engineering, estimating, construction, operations, project management, and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, lead competitive sourcing events, evaluate supplier capabilities, negotiate commercial terms, manage supplier performance, and mitigate supply chain risk.The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and commercial judgment with demonstrated sourcing experience, can manage multiple assignments with limited direction, and is prepared to own defined commodities, supplier relationships, or project procurement scopes.Primary ResponsibilitiesSupplier Identification & QualificationIdentify, research, qualify, and recommend suppliers for assigned commodities, projects, and business requirements.Lead supplier capability assessments, reference checks, financial reviews, and preliminary risk evaluations.Coordinate supplier onboarding and maintain accurate approved-supplier records and qualification documentation.Analyze market trends, supplier economics, emerging technologies, and capacity constraints affecting solar, BESS, electrical, and construction-related commodities.RFx Support & Competitive BiddingDevelop and administer RFx events from scope definition through award recommendation.Coordinate bid schedules, supplier communications, clarifications, and cross-functional technical and commercial evaluations.Perform bid normalization, total-cost-of-ownership analysis, and comparisons of pricing, lead time, technical compliance, quality, capacity, risk, and commercial terms.Prepare and present fact-based sourcing recommendations, negotiation strategies, and award analyses for approval.Contract Negotiation & Commercial ManagementLead supplier contract negotiations covering pricing, payment, delivery, warranty, indemnity, limitation of liability, termination, and other commercial terms within delegated authority, escalating material business or legal risks as needed.Prepare bid tabulations, negotiation plans, commercial summaries, purchase recommendations, and contract documentation.Review, negotiate, and redline supplier agreements using approved templates and contracting standards; engage Legal, Finance, Risk, Quality, or project stakeholders for material exceptions or specialized guidance.Identify, quantify, document, and mitigate commercial and supply chain risks, including pricing, tariffs, logistics, capacity, schedule, warranty, and contractual exposure.Supplier Relationship ManagementOwn day-to-day relationships with assigned suppliers and serve as the commercial point of contact for defined commodities or project scopes.Resolve supplier issues involving pricing, delivery, quality, documentation, and contractual commitments, escalating when business impact warrants.Lead supplier meetings, performance reviews, and business updates using defined KPIs, scorecards, and corrective-action plans.Drive supplier improvement, cost-reduction, resilience, and continuity initiatives and track actions through completion.Procurement Analytics & ReportingMaintain accurate supplier, pricing, contract, savings, and procurement records within company systems.Develop spend analyses, sourcing dashboards, vendor scorecards, and supplier performance reports for assigned scopes.Perform cost benchmarking, should-cost or total-cost analysis, market intelligence, and validated savings tracking.Translate demand forecasts, project schedules, and market data into sourcing actions and supply recommendations.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Engineering, Estimating, Operations, Construction, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Legal, and Project Management to define requirements and execute sourcing plans.Interpret technical specifications, drawings, scopes of work, and commercial requirements to support supplier selection and procurement decisions.Provide clear procurement status, forecast, risk, and decision updates to project teams and sourcing leadership.Lead or implement process improvements that increase sourcing efficiency, data quality, cost control, and supplier performance.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure sourcing activities comply with company policies, delegated authority, supplier standards, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.Monitor supplier performance related to safety, quality, delivery, sustainability, trade compliance, and other project requirements.Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready sourcing and procurement documentation.Develop and track mitigation plans for supplier capacity, pricing, logistics, geopolitical, material-availability, and single-source risks.Other DutiesPerform additional sourcing, procurement, and supply chain responsibilities as assigned.Travel as necessary to supplier facilities, project sites, and industry events.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.3-5 years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, supply chain, construction, manufacturing, or a related field.Demonstrated experience independently administering competitive bids, performing commercial analysis, managing suppliers, and negotiating supplier contracts and commercial terms.Strong analytical, organizational, project-management, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to make fact-based recommendations.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications.Ability to independently manage multiple sourcing activities, competing deadlines, and changing priorities in a project environment.Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience sourcing equipment, materials, or services for utility-scale solar, BESS, electrical, EPC, construction, manufacturing, or energy projects.Experience developing RFx packages, evaluating total cost of ownership, and negotiating supplier agreements involving commercial and contractual terms.Working knowledge of supply markets, contract principles, supplier-risk management, logistics, and trade or regulatory requirements.Experience using ERP, e-sourcing, procurement, contract-management, or supplier-performance systems.Familiarity with technical specifications, construction drawings, electrical equipment, renewable energy technologies, or major capital projects.CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, or other relevant supply chain certification.Key CompetenciesCommercial JudgmentStrategic Sourcing ExecutionSupplier Relationship and Performance ManagementNegotiation and ContractingTotal Cost and Data AnalysisSupply Market IntelligenceRisk Identification and MitigationCross-Functional InfluenceProject and Priority ManagementDecision Quality and AccountabilityContinuous ImprovementProfessional CommunicationTarget Salary 80-100KCompany Overview:Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.Benefits:Paid Company HolidaysPaid Time OffMedical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability401K with matching contribution.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Agency StatementWe are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.