Sourcing Specialist I
Juno Beach, FL (Onsite)
Schedule:
Standard Office Hours
Duration:
12-Month Contract
Pay:$21-26/hr (W2)
Our client is a leading energy company and one of the largest producers of renewable energy in North America. With a strong commitment to clean energy solutions and sustainable infrastructure, they are seeking a detail-oriented Sourcing Specialist to support IT procurement activities.
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will execute procurement and sourcing activities related to IT goods, services, and software. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing end-to-end procurement processes using enterprise procurement platforms.
- Executing sourcing activities, preparing agreements, and managing purchase orders.
- Supporting category management initiatives to drive efficiency and cost savings.
- Ensuring procurement activities align with company policies and budget requirements.
- Conducting supplier evaluations and negotiations to optimize value.
- Collaborating with stakeholders across IT, Legal, Finance, and business units.
- Performing spend and market analysis to support strategic sourcing.
- Maintaining accurate procurement documentation and supporting audit compliance.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
- Execute sourcing processes for assigned categories, including bid analysis and supplier recommendations.
- Manage IT procurement using SAP/SRM and GEP Source-to-Pay platforms.
- Draft, review, and manage vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
- Lead vendor onboarding activities and maintain supplier relationships.
- Support procurement strategies using category management best practices.
- Conduct spend and market analytics to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to meet business needs and procurement timelines.
- Ensure ethical business practices and adherence to corporate procurement guidelines.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with enterprise procurement platforms (SAP/SRM, GEP).
- Understanding of category management and strategic sourcing principles.
- Familiarity with contract management and procurement best practices.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret procurement data.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple sourcing projects.
- Knowledge of procurement policies and compliance standards.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field.
- 1–3 years of procurement or sourcing experience (IT procurement preferred).
- Experience with SAP/SRM or GEP Source-to-Pay platforms highly desirable.
- Strong negotiation experience preferred.
- Category management or procurement certifications (CPSM, CPPM, etc.) a plus.
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