* Candidates residing within 75 miles of a corporate office will be expected to work onsite Tuesday–Thursday each week.*

Position Summary: Our Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sending out Requests for Quotes to our qualified Sub Network candidates, analyzing the submitted quotes, and recommending subcontractors to our Sales Team. Once awarded, the Sourcing Specialist establishes the Sub Purchase Order and negotiates to obtain the best and most competitive pricing. The Sourcing Specialist participates in continuous 360-degree feedback to advance the selection and evaluation of the contractor network, continually improving upon network strengths and building out areas of opportunity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Relationship Management 

• Maintain strong relationships with established subcontractors, addressing any issues or concerns and ensuring effective communication and collaboration. 
• Develop strong, trust-based relationships with new subcontractor base to secure long-term partnerships.

Subcontractor Selection

• Identify, Source, Evaluate, and Select subcontractors based on their expertise, performance history, and ability to meet project requirements. 
• Act as the single point of contact for contractor bid sourcing in an assigned territory. 
• Proactively weigh decisions, recommendations, and actions against their material impact on the bottom line.
• Understand the economics of the processes and align contractor selection and resources accordingly for client delivery.

Contract Negotiation 

• Negotiate subcontractor agreements, including terms, pricing, and scope of work, to ensure favorable conditionals and project success. 
• Negotiate win-win-win solutions and favorable terms and support for growing the business 
• Write, edit, and format all RFQ/Proposal deliverables while maintaining on-time execution.

Project Coordination 

• Collaborate with Project Managers (PMs) and others in the Sourcing & Procurement Team to align subcontractor activities with project goals, timelines, and budgets. 

Reporting

• Partner with the PM Coordinator to prepare and present regular reports on subcontractor performance and network status to senior management.

Network Management 

• Work with the Project Management and others in the Sourcing & Procurement Team, develop and maintain a robust network of qualified subcontractors, ensuring they meet our performance and quality standards.
• Lead and conduct at least 1 Annual Subcontractor Business Review (QBR) using performance data captured in the Power BI Scorecard. 
• Proactively assess decisions, recommendations, and actions against their material impact on the bottom line. 

Customer Experience 

• Look for options that accomplish objectives without compromising profitability or the customer experience. 

Be a Value-Added Member of the Team

• Maintain close, positive working relationships with all staff and colleagues.
• Represent the company favorably to customers and vendors at all times.
• Follow existing procedures, including accounting procedures, and provide feedback for improvement whenever possible. 
• Be willing to “step up” to positively lead colleagues and subordinates. 

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform ad-hoc projects and other duties assigned.
• Participate in required training and certifications to stay current with industry standards and company practices. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in subcontractor management, construction coordination, or similar. 
• Construction or Concrete/Asphalt experience, a plus. 
• Coursework in Construction/Project Management, a plus. 
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). 
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify solutions and next steps.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. 
• Flexibility and Team growth-mindset. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position with a typical workweek of 40 or more hours, with additional hours as needed to support business operations. Employees may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement, based on their proven track record and location eligibility. To support collaboration with our team and clients, candidates available during CST/EST business hours are preferred. This role requires up to 20% travel.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Must also have ability to sit and stand appropriately for 8 or more hours at a time. Occasionally lifting 25-50 lbs.

Other Duties: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Salary Range:

The expected salary range offered for this position is $62,900.00 - $91,330.80 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on various factors including but not limited to, experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Depending on the position offered, the compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of a discretionary bonus or commissions.

More About Let’s Pave

Let's Pave is a leading paving, roofing, and fencing services contractor with enterprise customers throughout North America. Through driving information technology, management consulting and creative capabilities, we deliver vision, execution and value with an outstanding customer experience, business optimization and industry solutions.

Our work enables clients to improve productivity and competitiveness; grow and strengthen relationships with stakeholders and partners; and reduce costs. Let’s Pave professionals serve clients from a network of offices across North America.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Company-covered life insurance with optional buy-up for additional coverage

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) starting day one of employment

• Hybrid work environment

• Employee growth and development program to support your career advancement

Join our team and enjoy a workplace that values your success and work-life balance!

Let’s Pave is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national, origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.