CORP Sourcing Specialist IV

Ashland, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Ashland VA (23005) (Onsite Local travel up to 30%)

Pay Rate Range: XX46.16 - XX48.08XX

Role Overview

The Principal Sourcing Specialist supports an operational procurement center responsible for executing purchase requests and managing supplier-related purchasing activities. This role works closely with business stakeholders suppliers and the strategic sourcing team to ensure timely complaints and cost-effective procurement. The position also provides leadership through coaching workload balance and support of complex and project-based sourcing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Convert purchase requisitions for materials and services into accurate and compliant purchase orders
Identify qualified suppliers conduct RFQs/RFPs and obtain competitive pricing in line with supply chain policies
Communicate with suppliers throughout the sourcing selection and purchase order fulfillment process
Partner with strategic sourcing to leverage existing agreements and identify new bid opportunities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements supplier capabilities and fulfillment timelines
Monitor track and report cost savings and key procurement performance metrics
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers
Develop negotiate and manage supplier contracts and pricing agreements
Evaluate supplier quotations and bids and recommend sourcing decisions
Support procure-to-pay activities including delivery follow-ups performance issues and invoice resolution
Maintain and update blanket and outline agreements to ensure pricing and terms accuracy
Ensure compliance with all procurement processes procedures and controls
Identify opportunities for enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives based on demand trends
Support outage planning and project-based procurement activities including reporting milestones
Lead procurement process improvement initiatives and operational projects
Provide coaching and guidance to procurement team members
Perform additional duties as required

Working Conditions

Onsite work at power plant locations and in an open office environment
Occasional overtime during special projects
Local travel up to 30%

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
5 years of procurement or sourcing experience
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 including Excel and Power BI

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Business Administration Finance Engineering or a related field
5 7 years of sourcing experience within generation retail or corporate spend categories
Experience working with SAP applications (1 year)
Professional supply management certification (e.g. CPSM)

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist Duration: 12 Months Location: Ashland VA (23005) (Onsite Local travel up to 30%) Pay Rate Range: XX46.16 - XX48.08XX Role Overview The Principal Sourcing Specialist supports an operational procurement center responsible for executing purchase requests and managing su...