Per Sé Group · 9 hours ago
Principal Sourcing Specialist
Lebanon, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$46/hr - $48/hr
5+ years expPer Sé Group is hiring a Principal Sourcing Specialist to join their Fortune 500 energy client's dynamic procurement team. This role involves leading complex purchasing initiatives, mentoring sourcing professionals, and driving strategic supplier relationships to support the operational success of the organization.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end process of requisitioning, sourcing, and purchasing materials and services, ensuring supplier qualification, competitive pricing, and compliance with supply chain policies
Conduct comprehensive market research, request quotes, and evaluate bids to identify optimal sources of supply
Engage, communicate, and negotiate with suppliers throughout RFQ, sourcing, and order fulfillment stages to secure advantageous terms
Collaborate closely with the strategic sourcing team to leverage existing agreements and identify new sourcing opportunities, including bid events and strategic partnerships
Facilitate clear communication with requisitioners and suppliers to ensure mutual understanding of procurement needs, delivery expectations, and supplier capabilities
Monitor and report on savings, procurement KPIs, and supplier performance; develop strategies for continuous improvement
Build and maintain robust relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, delivery performance, and cost-effectiveness
Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts and blanket agreements, updating pricing and terms as needed to ensure accuracy
Support cross-functional teams on procurement initiatives, project-based sourcing, outage planning, and strategic sourcing projects
Lead process improvement initiatives and implement metrics-driven procurement practices to optimize efficiency and compliance
Oversee RFQ, RFP, and bid evaluations, providing recommendations for supplier selection
Address procurement issues promptly, including delivery delays, invoice discrepancies, and performance concerns
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering, or related fields preferred
A minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a focus on power generation or related industries
Proven negotiation skills and experience managing strategic supplier relationships
Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power BI), SAP, and supply management tools
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of motivating teams, influencing stakeholders, and fostering supplier partnerships
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of supply chain best practices, bid processes, and procurement compliance standards
Certifications such as CPSM from ISM are desirable
Preferred
5-7 years' experience in sourcing across categories such as Generation, Retail, or Corporate spend
Experience working with SAP procurement modules
Institute for Supply Management (ISM) certification (CPSM)
Benefits
Medical/Rx
Dental
Vision
Voluntary life
AD&D and disability insurance
401(k) with employer match
Health care savings account
Discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs
Company
Per Sé Group
For 25+ years, Per Sé has served as a privately-owned workforce solution provider within the Energy & Industrial markets.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chris O'Neill
President & CEO
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