Strategic Sourcing SpecialistThe Strategic Sourcing Specialist position works as a key member of the procurement team, managing the entire lifecycle of subcontract administration, including non-disclosure agreements and oversight of deliverables. This role involves evaluating and negotiating subcontract requirements, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and budgets. The Specialist must develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, resolve contractual issues, and effectively communicate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction. This position requires thoughtful analysis of proposals and negotiation strategies to achieve optimal pricing and value for the organization while mitigating risks and managing costs.Location: On-site in Euclid, OhioYour Day to Day as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist:Manage all aspects of cradle-to-grave administration, including non-disclosure agreements, negotiating terms and conditions, and overseeing deliverables.Administer the execution of subcontracts for specialized and complex materials, supplies, and services to meet manufacturing schedule.Evaluate, negotiate, and manage requirements to meet project specifications, quality standards, budgets, schedules, and earned value requirements, ensuring the timely delivery of all required subcontract deliverables.Provide expertise on financial and contractual matters related to subcontracts.Analyze proposals, develop negotiation strategies, and address exceptions to requirements, specifications, and BWXT terms and conditions.Foster strategic and contractual relationships with suppliers to address cost management, business risks, and supply continuity.Perform all Purchase Order administration tasks, including issuance, revisions, claim resolution, and discrepancy settlements.Meet Purchasing goals and business expectations for cost, quality, and service.Execute modifications to address changing requirements and perform close-out activities.Monitor open orders and provide regular status updates monthly or as required to support business operations. Implement corrective actions as required.Conduct comprehensive cost breakdown analyses and negotiate for the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) within the supply base.Ensure procurement files are thoroughly documented in compliance with BWXT processes. Documentation will include award summaries, vendor selection justifications, sole-source justifications, price analysis methodologies, negotiation strategies, and summaries.Drive the execution of local sourcing strategies to achieve a competitive advantage by leading supplier initiatives, selection, development, and consolidation to optimize business performance.Collaborate with functional teams, including legal, facilities, risk management, and finance, to ensure alignment and success.Contribute to new business efforts and assist in developing financial plans, particularly for the outsourced portions of projects.Leverage supplier relationships, market analysis, and competitive bidding processes to negotiate cost savings and secure optimal pricing and value for the organization.Coordinate technical and commercial communication between internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure efficient order processing by subcontract suppliers.Resolve open invoice issues and delivery discrepancies with internal customers and external suppliers.Identify new suppliers and manage their onboarding process.Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a technical-related field.At least 5 years of relevant supply chain experience.Experience using SAP's Purchasing modules. Experience using other similar business systems may be considered.Microsoft Excel spreadsheet capabilities.Basic Microsoft Word and Power BI skills.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills.Ability to clearly communicate with suppliers and internal technical stakeholders.Detail oriented, organized, and flexible with the ability to apply sound business judgment, set priorities and de-conflict multiple demands.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Must be a U.S. citizen.Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.Preferred Additional Qualifications:Commodity experience in a manufacturing environment procuring supplies, activities, and processes for keeping facilities, equipment, and production running, and/or MRO.What We Offer:Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!Pay: $76,000 - $119,000