Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification
Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
Pay provenance
Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position.
Key Responsibilities
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II independently executes sourcing and procurement activities for materials, equipment, and services supporting utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. This role partners with supply chain leaders, engineering, estimating, construction, operations, project management, and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, lead competitive sourcing events, evaluate supplier capabilities, negotiate commercial terms, manage supplier performance, and mitigate supply chain risk.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and commercial judgment with demonstrated sourcing experience, can manage multiple assignments with limited direction, and is prepared to own defined commodities, supplier relationships, or project procurement scopes.
Perform additional sourcing, procurement, and supply chain responsibilities as assigned.
Travel as necessary to supplier facilities, project sites, and industry events.
Requirements
Identify, research, qualify, and recommend suppliers for assigned commodities, projects, and business requirements.
Lead supplier capability assessments, reference checks, financial reviews, and preliminary risk evaluations.
Coordinate supplier onboarding and maintain accurate approved-supplier records and qualification documentation.
Analyze market trends, supplier economics, emerging technologies, and capacity constraints affecting solar, BESS, electrical, and construction-related commodities.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
3-5 years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, supply chain, construction, manufacturing, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience independently administering competitive bids, performing commercial analysis, managing suppliers, and negotiating supplier contracts and commercial terms.
Strong analytical, organizational, project-management, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to make fact-based recommendations.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to independently manage multiple sourcing activities, competing deadlines, and changing priorities in a project environment.
Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
Experience sourcing equipment, materials, or services for utility-scale solar, BESS, electrical, EPC, construction, manufacturing, or energy projects.
Experience developing RFx packages, evaluating total cost of ownership, and negotiating supplier agreements involving commercial and contractual terms.
Working knowledge of supply markets, contract principles, supplier-risk management, logistics, and trade or regulatory requirements.
Experience using ERP, e-sourcing, procurement, contract-management, or supplier-performance systems.
Familiarity with technical specifications, construction drawings, electrical equipment, renewable energy technologies, or major capital projects.
CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, or other relevant supply chain certification.
Commercial Judgment
Strategic Sourcing Execution
Supplier Relationship and Performance Management
Negotiation and Contracting
Total Cost and Data Analysis
Supply Market Intelligence
Risk Identification and Mitigation
Cross-Functional Influence
Project and Priority Management
Decision Quality and Accountability
Continuous Improvement
Professional Communication
Target Salary 80-100K
Benefits & Perks
Paid Company Holidays
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability