Senior Sourcing Specialist (Lebanon)
Pacer Group, Lebanon, PA, United States
Job Title: Principal Sourcing Specialist
Location:
Lebanon, PA 17042 (100% Onsite)
Travel:
10–20% (occasional visits to generation facilities)
Duration:
6 months (possible extension)
Pay Rate:
$47.00 – $49.27/hour (W2)
Work Environment:
Office + Power Plant Operations
Schedule:
Standard Business Hours
Job Overview
The Principal Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing
end-to-end procurement activities
in a power generation environment. This includes sourcing critical equipment and services for plant operations, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring timely delivery of materials that support generation reliability and outage schedules.
This role also contributes to complex sourcing initiatives, cost optimization strategies, and process improvement s , while mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders ensuring competitive pricing and contract compliance
Source and evaluate suppliers for plant materials, MRO (maintenance, repair & operations), and capital projects
Lead RFQs/RFPs, perform bid analysis, and negotiate pricing and commercial terms
Partner with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to understand procurement needs
Support sourcing for planned outages, emergency repairs, and major equipment replacements
Coordinate with strategic sourcing teams on long-term agreements and supplier strategies
Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and invoice resolution
Maintain and manage blanket agreements and pricing catalogs
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Track cost savings, supplier KPIs, and procurement performance metrics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing and procurement processes
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior sourcing/procurement staff
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of procurement/sourcing experience (preferably in industrial or energy environments)
Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required; Power BI preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
5–7 years of sourcing experience in energy, utilities, manufacturing, or heavy industry
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP
CPSM or equivalent supply chain certification
Key Skills
Strong stakeholder management across operations, engineering, and finance teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, plant-driven environment
Analytical thinking with strong cost and data analysis capability
Experience working cross-functionally in operational settings
Strong reporting, presentation, and communication skills
Working Conditions
Hybrid environment: office setting plus exposure to active power plant sites
May require PPE and adherence to plant safety protocols
Occasional overtime during outages or critical projects
Travel (10–20%) to support multiple generation facilities
Location:
Lebanon, PA 17042 (100% Onsite)
Travel:
10–20% (occasional visits to generation facilities)
Duration:
6 months (possible extension)
Pay Rate:
$47.00 – $49.27/hour (W2)
Work Environment:
Office + Power Plant Operations
Schedule:
Standard Business Hours
Job Overview
The Principal Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing
end-to-end procurement activities
in a power generation environment. This includes sourcing critical equipment and services for plant operations, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring timely delivery of materials that support generation reliability and outage schedules.
This role also contributes to complex sourcing initiatives, cost optimization strategies, and process improvement s , while mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders ensuring competitive pricing and contract compliance
Source and evaluate suppliers for plant materials, MRO (maintenance, repair & operations), and capital projects
Lead RFQs/RFPs, perform bid analysis, and negotiate pricing and commercial terms
Partner with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to understand procurement needs
Support sourcing for planned outages, emergency repairs, and major equipment replacements
Coordinate with strategic sourcing teams on long-term agreements and supplier strategies
Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and invoice resolution
Maintain and manage blanket agreements and pricing catalogs
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Track cost savings, supplier KPIs, and procurement performance metrics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing and procurement processes
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior sourcing/procurement staff
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of procurement/sourcing experience (preferably in industrial or energy environments)
Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required; Power BI preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
5–7 years of sourcing experience in energy, utilities, manufacturing, or heavy industry
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP
CPSM or equivalent supply chain certification
Key Skills
Strong stakeholder management across operations, engineering, and finance teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, plant-driven environment
Analytical thinking with strong cost and data analysis capability
Experience working cross-functionally in operational settings
Strong reporting, presentation, and communication skills
Working Conditions
Hybrid environment: office setting plus exposure to active power plant sites
May require PPE and adherence to plant safety protocols
Occasional overtime during outages or critical projects
Travel (10–20%) to support multiple generation facilities