Procurement Sourcing Specialist (Houston)

Overview Procurement Sourcing Specialist Salary Range: $65,000 - $97,000 Location: Prince George, BC or Vancouver, BC Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future? As a Procurement Sourcing Specialist at Drax, your role involves developing and implementing sourcing strategies to maximize value while ensuring governance and risk management. You conduct effective tendering, negotiation, contract management, and manage supplier relationships. You evaluate third-party spending in relation to risk, value, and cost. Additionally, you collaborate with internal colleagues to ensure the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process and policies function effectively. Your goal is to manage supplier relationships to drive the best overall value for Drax. Why join Drax? A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities. Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people. Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety. A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. Your Day-to-Day as a Procurement Sourcing Specialist Lead the sourcing and contracting of events related to operations and maintenance services and goods for Drax’s pellet manufacturing plants in Canada and the USA. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to develop the scope for sourcing activities, taking the lead in every step of the sourcing and contracting process. Support procurement goals, focusing on cost savings as well as other agreed-upon financial and non-financial targets. Oversee the contract handover process to the designated contract owner, ensuring a smooth transition that includes a clear understanding of the contract scope and execution framework. Assist with day-to-day operational tasks related to the purchase-to-pay (P2P) process, including coordination with the P2P Outsourcing team. Facilitate the supplier onboarding process by serving as the procurement liaison between stakeholders and the supplier onboarding team. What you’ll bring A degree is preferred but not essential. Thorough understanding of contract terms and conditions, and the local and regional legal framework. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to proactively challenge stakeholders are essential. Demonstrated success in negotiating contractual terms with minimal support. Ability to manage supplier conflicts that arise during the contract duration. Ability to drive change in traditional stakeholder relationships and garner business support for new ways of working that create value for Drax. Self-starter with a can-do attitude, demonstrating energy, drive, and commitment to achieve results. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and geographies to deliver outcomes. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. Resilience and the ability to navigate complex challenges and ambiguity. MCIPS/Project Management qualification or progress towards it is highly regarded. How we act at Drax We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals. We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right. We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate. We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued. We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Drax