Sourcing Specialist

Charlotte, NC


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Type: Contract

Category: Administrative

Industry: Energy

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -072026-107941

Date Posted: 09/13/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/tETC9r


Description:

Hybrid 3 days on-site in Charlotte, NC

 

Our client seeks a Sourcing Specialist to lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for complex, high-value categories. The role will develop sourcing strategies, run competitive RFX events, evaluate total cost of ownership, negotiate commercial and legal terms, and execute contracts. The position will partner with cross-functional stakeholders, manage supplier relationships, and support regulated projects, including Alliance and Master Service Agreements and category management. Some travel may be required, including overnight.

 

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: $25.00 to $35.00/hr. w2


Responsibilities:
  • Develop and lead sourcing strategies for complex, high-value materials, equipment, and services, including regional and enterprise-wide initiatives.
  • Plan and execute RFX events, analyze supplier responses, build cost models and total cost of ownership assessments, and recommend awards.
  • Negotiate commercial and contractual terms with supplier management, including cost avoidance and savings through negotiations and process efficiencies.
  • Drive change management with cross-functional teams to implement sourcing strategies.
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships and maintain effective interfaces with internal partners and external suppliers.
  • Oversee post-award supplier management, including settlements, claims, disputes, PO and agreement maintenance, amendments, and change orders.
  • Monitor commodities, supply markets, diversity opportunities, and market conditions for assigned categories.
  • Mentor and assist sourcing personnel through cross-training and guidance on procurement tasks.
  • Support RRE project managers on equipment bid events and purchase order contracts, and manage Alliance and Master Service Agreements, including category management.

Experience Requirements:
  • 5 to 10 years of related supply chain experience with a bachelor's degree.
  • Proven experience leading moderate to complex competitive sourcing events end to end.
  • Demonstrated ability to create total cost of ownership analyses and cost models.
  • History of negotiating key contract terms, including limitation of liability, indemnification, warranty, insurance, termination rights, performance guarantees, and direct redlining.
  • Experience with large environment procurement and multi-million-dollar contracts.
  • Previous strategic sourcing and contracting experience, including project and contract management.
  • Experience with e-sourcing tools (e.g., PowerAdvocate) and ERP systems (e.g., CAS, Maximo).
  • Preferred exposure to utilities, outages, capital projects, and power plant operations and equipment.
  • Strong business and financial acumen, planning and organizational skills, problem-solving and analytical ability, and written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional stakeholder management and supplier negotiations.

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required.

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 (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) 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.
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If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact fraud@eliassen.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.
 
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