Senior Specialist in Technical Purchasing
Overview
Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$30-40.36 Hourly
Start Date:
ASAP
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Specialist in Technical Purchasing to join our Supply Chain team. In this advanced role, you will be the primary link between our engineering teams and our global supplier base. You will manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for complex, custom-engineered products and systems that power our infrastructure. This is a “Career Level 3” role, meaning you will work with high autonomy, applying in-depth knowledge to solve complex supply chain challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Procurement: Lead negotiations for high-value, long-term contracts, focusing on volume discounts and favorable commercial terms for technical equipment and software.
- Technical Liaison: Partner with engineering to process requisitions for custom products; maintain a pulse on technology trends and market forces to advise on “make vs. buy” decisions.
- Contract Management: Manage the day-to-day administration of energy contracts in both regulated and deregulated markets, ensuring all deliverables meet organizational policy and legal compliance.
- Supplier Relations: Proactively manage supplier performance, including the resolution of defects and delivery delays, and the negotiation of refunds or credits.
- Risk & Compliance: Ensure all sourcing activities align with risk management, quality, sustainability, and cybersecurity protocols.
- Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks in the current procurement workflow and implement innovative, data-driven solutions using change management principles.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in technical procurement, strategic sourcing, or contract management (Utility or Energy sector preferred).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, PMP) is a plus.
- Technical Savvy: Extensive understanding of technical principles and the ability to interpret engineered product specifications.
- Software: Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, along with advanced data analysis skills (Excel, Tableau, or Power BI).
- Compliance: Strong understanding of NERC/CIP requirements and cybersecurity assets is highly preferred.
Client Description
Do you want to be part of the clean energy revolution? Look no further! This client is CHANGING the entire energy industry, and quite possibly the planet, by creating cleaner air for everyone! (I know, impressive!) With a high importance placed on diversity, employees, their ideas, their connection and determination inspires everything they do, from reimagining the future of energy to a commitment to surrounding communities. This client has won several awards that include: Best Places to Work in 2022 by Glassdoor, Best Places to Work for DEI and LGBTQ Equality in 2021 and Top 10 Military Employer in 2020. WOW!
The company culture is both impressive and inclusive. We love to hear AND see that! The diverse experiences and creative process you will bring to the table will help sharpen your skills, improve your portfolio, and expand your resume. Adding this client experience to your resume? An added bonus! Come join a company that is the epitome of leadership. Apply today to see what exciting opportunities we have for you!
Working with AQUENT provides you access to some pretty awesome perks:
- Subsidized (up to 85%!) Health, Vision and Dental Benefits, and Access to Fidelity 401(k) with Matching!
- FSA Program
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- Resume / Portfolio Review + Interview Prep. You’ll be set-up for success!
- Free Continued Learning: https://thegymnasium.com/
- Compare our benefits to other agencies, here: https://aquent.com/find-work/talent-benefits
- Who is AQUENT? www.youtube.com/watch?v=5z-n8nfytuM