Purchasing and Sourcing Specialist – Renewable Energy

Sargent Electric Company (www.sargentelectric.com) - Consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times. Also, awarded Safety recognition by Specialty Trades Insurance Company for the large company bracket and The Association of Union Constructors! Established in 1907, Sargent Electric Company has since evolved into one of the largest electrical contracting companies in the area. 

We are looking to hire a talented PURCHASING AND SOURCING SPECIALIST for our Renewables Energy division. The Purchasing & Sourcing Specialist supports the Strategic Sourcing Manager by executing day-to-day procurement activities for renewable energy projects. This role focuses on tactical purchasing, supplier coordination, and documentation accuracy, ensuring project timelines and compliance requirements are met. The Specialist acts as the operational link between project teams, suppliers, and the Strategic Sourcing Manager.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE!!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute procurement lifecycle tasks under the direction of the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Manage assigned commodities and maintain supplier relationships, escalating strategic issues to the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, conduct bid evaluations, and provide award recommendations for Project Manager approval.
• Develop and maintain procurement schedules aligned with project timelines.
• Draft and process Purchase Order packages, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Track and manage purchase orders from placement through delivery and closeout.
• Monitor supplier performance, report risks/delays, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support supplier audits and compliance checks as directed.
• Coordinate with internal teams on scope changes, expediting, and document submittals.
• Provide weekly procurement status updates to project managers and the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Lead weekly Project Procurement Meetings focused on tactical execution, with strategic oversight from the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Strong organization and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements.
• Self-motivated, proactive and collaborative team player.
• Professional interaction with internal and external stakeholders in both routine and high-stress situations.
• Strong computer skills, including ERP systems and procurement tracking tools.
• Working knowledge of financial management, contract law, estimating, and project cost control.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 2 years electrical or construction purchasing experience.
• Prior experience as a Purchasing Specialist or similar role in the electrical contracting industry.
• Direct experience in renewable energy projects (Battery Storage, Wind, Solar projects and High Voltage substations).
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn Viewpoint Vista.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS:

• Up to 10% travel for training and internal meetings. 
• Training and onboarding travel to the Pittsburgh, PA office required.

JOB LOCATION:

• TBD

Sargent Electric Company and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Sargent Electric Company.