Project Sourcing Principal

R Project Sourcing Principal (Open) –

Location:

Phoenix, AZ – 51st Ave – Carrier gases – On‑site.

Air Liquide is a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and health, operating in 80 countries with approximately
66,000 employees.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces unique perspectives of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non‑immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

We are seeking a high-caliber Project Sourcing Principal to serve as the primary “Champion” for our plant project CAPEX portfolio. In this critical role, you will own the end‑to‑end Request for Proposal (RFP) process, from initial technical review to final contract execution, and act as the frontline guardian of our construction agreements.

• Lead and execute all Construction RFPs for the business’s CAPEX portfolio.
• Conduct deep‑dive technical and commercial reviews of all proposals.
• Drive negotiations for preferred pricing, aggressive delivery schedules, and favorable Terms & Conditions.
• Partner with Project Managers and Directors to facilitate the final selection of construction firms.
• Manage construction firms post‑execution to ensure total compliance with agreed‑upon terms.
• Verify that all construction activities meet specific plant project requirements and safety standards.
• Ensure an excellent Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving conflicts with construction firms.
• Proactively mitigate risks related to Change Orders, labor rate discrepancies, and scope creep.
• Address and resolve project slippage and delays to ensure minimal impact on plant operations.

• 5+ years in construction procurement, contract management, or project management within a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
• Proven track record of negotiating high‑value contracts and managing complex vendor relationships.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, Scope of Work (SOW) documents, and project schedules (Gantt charts).

• Industrial Gas Experience

Air Liquide is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming and considering applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We believe a diverse organization opens opportunities for individual and collective excellence.

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