Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

Clean Energy is changing the way the world fuels its vehicles. Reducing pollution from the transportation industry is an important goal for our nation, and we at Clean Energy know just how realistic and attainable that goal is with natural gas fuel. Our mission is to create a healthier planet by eliminating carbon emissions in the transportation and dairy industries. Come join the team that is changing the way North America fuels transportation.

Our Headquarters office is located on a beautiful campus in Newport Beach, California.

Benefits Offered - 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and more.

Competitive compensation of $75,000 - $90,000 Depending on experience.

Local Candidates Only, this is not a remote position.

Summary

The Sourcing Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the strategic sourcing function by managing specific spend categories to drive cost savings, supplier performance, and value creation.

This role is responsible for supporting internal departments in identifying procurement needs and aligning them with supplier capabilities and market opportunities to develop and execute effective category strategies. The Sourcing Specialist will work closely with stakeholders to understand specific requirements, lead the RFP process including drafting, distribution, evaluation and facilitate collaborative supplier selection. This includes coordinating cross-functional input, analyzing proposals, and ensuring sourcing decisions align with business objectives and procurement best practices.

The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with sourcing expertise to optimize procurement decisions, support contract negotiations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the sourcing team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Develop and execute category strategies based on market intelligence, supplier analysis, and internal stakeholder needs.

Conduct spend analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities across assigned categories.

Support sourcing events including RFPs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations, ensuring alignment with procurement policies and objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into sourcing strategies.

Monitor supplier performance and compliance and recommend corrective actions or improvements as needed.

Maintain category-specific dashboards and reports to track KPIs, savings, and supplier metrics.

Assist in contract development, negotiation, and management for assigned categories.

Stay informed on industry trends, pricing dynamics, and emerging suppliers to inform sourcing decisions.

Support the implementation of sourcing tools and systems to improve data visibility and process efficiency.

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to foster collaboration and long-term value.

Establish and adhere to standards of business conduct and integrity consistent with the Company's code of conduct, which are applicable to all vendors with whom Company does business.

Ensure all regulatory and compliance measures and requirements are met according to applicable guidelines.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement analytics.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.

Familiarity with procurement and ERP systems (e.g., MS D365, Coupa, Oracle, SAP) is preferred.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Knowledge of contract negotiation and supplier performance management.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.

5 7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.

Experience in a mid-to-large scale organization or matrixed environment preferred.

Language Skills

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership and to convey technical concepts effectively to non-technical people. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex legal documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to compose and write proposals, reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively in front of groups.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, TMS, and construction procurement systems and tools.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) are highly desirable.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:

Quality: Consistently produces high quality work (accurate, neat, and thorough). Strives to improve productivity, processes and quality. Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills related to the job. Presents a professional image with dress, demeanor, and manners. Maintains clean workspace, company equipment and company vehicles. Safety is a high priority; performs job safely.

Communication: Communicates clearly, concisely, effectively, professionally and timely.

Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others appropriately informed and shares ideas even when unpopular. Listens to what others have to say. Maintains open and active communication with colleagues. Effectively uses knowledge and experience in asking, probing, and anticipating issues to ensure quality is provided.

Teamwork: Fosters the spirit of working with each other. Displays respect, courtesy, politeness, tact, and openness. Handles conflict in an appropriate and professional manner. Builds relationships, promotes cohesiveness, models collaboration with others. Considers impact and issues for our customers and other departments. Engages other impacted departments early for solutions.

Persistence: Develops workable alternatives and solutions. Exhibits persistence in following assignments through to completion. Promotes process improvements.

Reliable: Responds in a timely manner. Is honest, ethical, value-driven and trustworthy. Keeps commitments made, completes assignments and meets deadlines. Accountable and takes responsibility for own actions and performance. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Must be available and accessible.

Entrepreneurial: Takes initiative and appropriate action. Is engaged and committed to achieving the company's mission. Pursues better ways to get things done and takes appropriate risks. Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends. Controls costs and thinks in terms of profit, loss and added value. Is committed to the satisfaction of customers.

Leadership: Provides clear direction around a vision. Creates actionable plans and is proactive & anticipatory. Demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions. Serves as an example for employees and others. Accepts responsibility for individual and team performance. Makes appropriate and timely decisions and acts on decisions. Sets clear and reasonable performance expectations. Motivates and empowers others. Delegates tasks appropriately. Recruits staff of a high caliber. Provides feedback to subordinates that is timely and direct. Recognizes subordinates for their contributions and effort. Encourages continuous growth and learning in others. Shows respect for others and their ideas. Helps others manage through change.

Passion: Is excited and creates enthusiasm about the company's future. Promotes a sense of company pride. Displays a sense of pride in the department and its contributions. Displays passion for the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

Travel may be required from time to