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Sourcing Specialist II

Eliassen Group

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Hybrid 3 days on-site in Charlotte, NC

 

Our client seeks a Sourcing Specialist II to lead strategic sourcing for labor onsite services within the regulated and renewables energy domain. The role requires independent development and execution of sourcing strategies, complex negotiations, supplier relationship management, and post-award supplier oversight. EPC and major utility or power plant experience is highly preferred. The position follows a hybrid schedule with in-person interviews at Duke Energy Plaza and some overnight travel.

 

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $30.00 to $34.00/hr. w2

JN -082026-108167

Responsibilities:
  • Develop sourcing strategies for complex, high-value materials, equipment, and services, including regional and enterprise initiatives.
  • Execute strategies by issuing RFQs/RFPs, analyzing supplier responses, and recommending awards.
  • Negotiate with supplier and manufacturer leadership, apply contractual terms, and drive cost avoidance and savings.
  • Support change management with cross-functional teams to implement sourcing strategies.
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships and interfaces with internal partners and external suppliers.
  • Oversee post-award activities, including settlements, claims, disputes, POs, agreements, invoice mismatches, price changes, amendments, and change orders.
  • Maintain subject matter expertise on commodities, market conditions, supply sources, and diversity opportunities.
  • Provide mentorship and cross-training to sourcing personnel.
  • Support project managers with strategic sourcing for equipment bid events and PO contracts.
  • Manage Alliance Agreements, Master Service Agreements, and category management efforts.
  • Travel as needed, including potential overnight trips, with reimbursed expenses.
Experience Requirements:
  • 5 to 10 years of supply chain experience with a proven track record in sourcing and negotiating complex, high-value categories.
  • EPC experience highly preferred.
  • Experience supporting major utility projects, outages, and capital projects preferred.
  • Background sourcing labor/services, materials, and engineered equipment for power plants preferred.
  • Proficiency with contract negotiation, project and contract management, and supplier relationship management.
  • Strong planning, organization, problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on complex projects.
  • Business and financial acumen with cost and financial analysis skills.
  • Working knowledge of electric utility plant operations and technical understanding of power plant equipment preferred.
  • Experience with e-sourcing tools such as PowerAdvocate and ERP systems such as CAS and Maximo preferred.
  • Operational excellence mindset.
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management preferred.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

 

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening  and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( View email address on ziprecruiter.com , View phone number on ziprecruiter.com) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range. W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality. If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:

· When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

· Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.

If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact  View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

 

About Eliassen Group:

 

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

 

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

 

Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!

 

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