Strategic Technical Sourcing Lead

PowerSecure, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSecure, Inc. is seeking a Sr Technical Sourcing Specialist to qualify, develop, and select suppliers and contract manufacturers for raw materials and machined parts inside a vertically integrated manufacturing environment.

The role requires interpreting technical drawings, material specs, BOMs, and quality requirements to align supplier capabilities with engineering and operations. Candidates should bring strategic thinking and the ability to manage complex tasks independently.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role(s) required.
• Experience working within a vertically integrated manufacturing organization.
• Direct experience sourcing raw materials.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing technical commodities such as sheet metal, structural steel,

Responsibilities

• Qualify, develop, and select suppliers and contract manufacturers with focus on raw materials, fabricated components, and machined parts.
• Lead sourcing strategy for technically complex commodities and drive supplier qualification and development.
• Form partnerships with suppliers to reduce total cost, improve quality, shorten lead-times, and mitigate supply risk.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Supplier development

Contract manufacturing

Materials knowledge

Quality requirements understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field

Job description

PowerSecure, Inc. is seeking a Sr Technical Sourcing Specialist to qualify, develop, and select suppliers and contract manufacturers for raw materials and machined parts inside a vertically integrated manufacturing environment.

The role requires interpreting technical drawings, material specs, BOMs, and quality requirements to align supplier capabilities with engineering and operations. Candidates should bring strategic thinking and the ability to manage complex tasks independently.