Sourcing Specialist - Electric Transmission & Distribution Supply Chain

Procurement Sourcing Specialist

Quanta is seeking a strategic and detail-driven Sourcing Specialist to lead material sourcing and bidding efforts for high-impact Engineering/Procurement/Construction (EPC) projects across Electric Transmission, Substation, and Distribution. This role serves as a critical link between engineering, supply chain, and vendors—ensuring accurate, timely, and competitive procurement for multi-million-dollar utility projects.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years of relevant sourcing/procurement experience
• 2–5 years of Electric Transmission & Distribution (T&D) materials experience
• Strong knowledge of vendor prequalification, RFP processes, commercial negotiations, and contract terms

Preferred:

• Experience with substation and T&D equipment (breakers, capacitor banks, etc.)
• Background in EPC project sourcing or estimating
• Familiarity with Procore or similar project management tools
• Established industry relationships with manufacturers and utility vendors

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented
• Effective communicator across all levels of an organization
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• High level of accountability and ownership over results

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Sourcing Initiatives: Manage end-to-end sourcing activities for large-scale EPC bids—developing RFPs, soliciting proposals, and issuing multi-category material packages.
• Bid Evaluation: Analyze and compare vendor quotes, scope coverage, pricing, and risk; provide actionable recommendations supported by detailed commercial analysis.
• Scope Alignment: Review client RFPs and engineering documentation to identify technical, regulatory (MBE/WBE, Buy American), and scope requirements.
• Package Development: Interpret BOMs and take-offs to assemble comprehensive bid packages, aligned with engineering specs and client needs.
• Vendor Engagement: Curate bidder lists, solicit prequalification data, and manage vendor relationships to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Proposal Management: Maintain accurate records of bid updates, terms, and negotiations in internal systems; ensure all submissions meet schedule and quality expectations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with project teams, engineering, and supply chain stakeholders to ensure sourcing strategies meet both technical and commercial goals.

Join a team where your sourcing expertise drives infrastructure projects that power communities. Apply your commercial insight, technical understanding, and relationship management skills to deliver results in a dynamic and growing industry.