Principal, Strategic Sourcing (Material)
Core
Own sourcing strategies for specialty construction materials including MV and LV cables, conduit, grounding systems, fiber, and electrical distribution equipment across the full site supply chain.
Role type
Principal strategic sourcing manager (capital projects)
Builds
Data center infrastructure
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Data centers
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, RFQ management, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, supply chain risk management, supplier qualification, dual sourcing, long-lead equipment management, metal price adjustment strategies
Preferred skills
ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Odoo), data center experience, utility project experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Odoo
Responsibilities
Lead RFQs and technical and commercial bid evaluations with Engineering; Negotiate supply and frame agreements including price adjusters and tariff strategies; Secure manufacturing slots for long lead equipment and track production against project schedules; Qualify and dual source critical suppliers; Partner with procure-to-pay team for accurate purchase orders and payments; Report category spend, savings, and supply risk.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
