Sourcing Specialist IV

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Acquire goods and services while supporting the sourcing and purchasing requirements for designated stations/business units.

• Create and assess quotations/bids and recommend suppliers for selection.

• Ensure the prompt delivery of goods and services.

• Negotiate terms and issue purchase orders.

• Review and coordinate technical specifications, costs, and delivery expectations.

• Address accounts payable and delivery concerns.

• Identify opportunities to consolidate spending by category.

• Implement sourcing and negotiation strategies to meet savings objectives.

• Measure and monitor performance across established spending categories.

• Cultivate and sustain supplier relationships.

• Engage in cross-functional sourcing teams.

• Assist in the execution of supplier KPIs and promote continuous improvement.

• Process claims against suppliers for unsatisfactory materials, delivery, or equipment.

• Ensure warehouse staff adhere to Supply Chain policies and procedures.

• Maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing shortages and delays.

• Respond to audits, surveys, and information inquiries.

• Collect and analyze industry, economic, market, and spending data.

• Support the company’s Supplier Diversity initiatives.

• Communicate the impacts of sourcing decisions to management and staff.

• Develop, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts.

• Ensure adherence to company and Supply Chain policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

• Partial credit may be awarded for Associate degrees or technical certifications.

• Experience in the energy sector, particularly in electricity generation/retail.

• Over 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, generation, or corporate functions.

• At least 1 year of experience with SAP applications.

• Proficient negotiation skills.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel and Word.

• Knowledge of negotiation and contracting processes.

• Understanding of purchasing policies, procedures, and practices.

• Knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code and business law.

• Proficient in computer applications and SAP or other ERP systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, communication, interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

• Capacity to plan, prioritize, and independently manage workload.

• Ability to make timely, data-driven decisions.

• Capability to occasionally lift as required to fulfill duties and responsibilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Contract-to-hire opportunity.

• Remote work arrangement.

• Opportunity to travel to Texas plants.

• Some overtime may be necessary as special projects arise.