Sourcing Specialist

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 AgreementsLOCATIONCharlotte, 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 DODevelop 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 Power Advocate is a plusCPM and/or CPSM certification is a plus Reference: 70291