Sourcing Associate

Schneider Electric•Louisville, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sourcing Associate supports the execution of energy sourcing strategies that create measurable value for clients. This developmental role involves hands-on responsibility, structured learning, and mentorship while building independence and expertise in energy markets, supplier negotiations, sourcing, and contract management. The role manages sourcing activities from market analysis and supplier engagement through recommendations, contracting, and implementation. It includes analyzing supplier pricing, market conditions, and client requirements; preparing sourcing recommendations and documentation; tracking savings; developing commercial and contract knowledge; supporting supplier relationships and onboarding; and collaborating with clients and internal teams. The position is based in Schneider Electric’s Louisville, Kentucky office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, supply chain, energy, sustainability, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret information from multiple sources and translate insights into clear recommendations.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
Confidence supporting customers in high-value purchasing decisions, with willingness to learn energy markets, pricing, contracts, and negotiation strategies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related business technology.

Nice To Haves

1–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, energy, supply chain, financial analysis, contract management, or supplier management.
Energy or commodity procurement experience.

Responsibilities

Execute sourcing projects, RFPs, and competitive sourcing activities from market analysis through contract closure and implementation, meeting key deadlines.
Analyze supplier pricing, market conditions, and client requirements to develop recommendations and prepare sourcing documentation, including the DSSR.
Maintain accurate sourcing records and systems, ensure execution quality, escalate risks, and support process improvements.
Develop and apply price, product, and supplier negotiation strategies with guidance, and communicate savings opportunities and outcomes to clients.
Track realized savings, cost avoidance, and additional opportunities using established reporting tools and processes.
Research market conditions, sourcing deadlines, supplier activity, and pricing components to support sourcing decisions.
Use Schneider market insights and research to translate regional market intelligence into client-specific recommendations.
Develop knowledge of commercial energy contracts and evaluate supplier terms for key business and commercial implications.
Build foundational contract negotiation skills and apply negotiation strategies with guidance.
Support supplier onboarding and processes, and develop knowledge of regional suppliers, capabilities, market positioning, and transactional requirements.
Build supplier relationships across credit, legal, operations, and risk while evaluating traditional, sustainable, and renewable energy offerings.
Support applicable Schneider supplier development programs and sourcing initiatives.
Develop an understanding of assigned client portfolios, sites, and market characteristics to provide relevant sourcing and market insights.
Partner across functions to support client needs, related processes, prospect opportunities, and sales activities.
Build responsive, collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal partners.