Sourcing Specialist
Chicago, Illinois | Construction | Direct Hire | Onsite | 70000 - 90000 | Posted 01/24/2025 | Job ID #23995
Chicago, Illinois
Direct Hire
Onsite
70000 - 90000
Posted 01/24/2025
Job ID #23995
Procurement Sourcing Specialist – Renewable Energy
As a Procurement Sourcing Specialist, you will be the main liaison between internal and external stakeholders. This will include collaboration with Business Development, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Finance, suppliers, and subcontractors within the market research and buyout phases of renewable energy projects.
The Sourcing Specialist will be managing the strategic sourcing, design services, and sub-consultants for new development projects, and leading cost reduction initiatives for the assigned area of responsibility.
Job Description
- Identify, develop and manage strategic contractor relationships to support new construction projects.
- In collaboration with other project disciplines,1 amend and update the project procurement plan as required in changing circumstances.
- Lead bid processes, including development and issuance of RFPs, response to bidder inquiries, lead pre-bid meetings, receiving and analyzing bids, preparing commercial bid tabulations and detailed cost analysis, leading bid clarification process, and selection of successful bidders.
- Conduct contract negotiations, with assistance from Legal and interdepartmental leaders, for the establishment of contract terms or master service agreements.
- Registering vendors and monitoring the risk.
- Execute daily purchase orders in support of assigned areas of responsibility, per defined corporate strategies.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Required Skills and Competencies
- BA/BS Degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
- Experience in the renewable energy, utilities, engineering, or construction sectors is highly desirable.
- Field experience is a strong plus, but not required.
- Highly self-motivated with a demonstrated passion for delivering quality work and taking initiative.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to work effectively both individually and/or as part of a team.
- Ambitious to continuously gain new knowledge about supply chain, other disciplines, the company, and the market.
- Advanced knowledge of purchasing processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in SAP software.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, Power-Point, and Access.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in international businesses or cultures.
- Must have the ability to travel a minimum of 5% of the time.
- Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Must have the ability to obtain a valid passport.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits – we’ve got you covered!
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:
- Pay band: $70,000 – $90,000 based on experience, education, and skillset
- Annual Company Bonus: 10% bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you’ll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
- 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
- $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
- Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
- Modern office environment in the Chicago area… (if flexibility allows)
- Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off
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