Pioneer Management Consulting · 2 hours ago
Principal Consultant - Strategic Sourcing, Energy Capital Projects
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $202K/yr
10+ years expPioneer Management Consulting partners with utilities and energy leaders to deliver clarity, alignment, and execution across their most complex portfolios. They are seeking a Principal Consultant with deep expertise in strategic sourcing and supply chain optimization for energy infrastructure capital projects, responsible for guiding clients through the full sourcing lifecycle and shaping sourcing strategies that reduce cost and improve speed-to-field.
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Responsibilities
Lead Strategic Sourcing for Major Projects - Design and execute sourcing strategies for EPC, materials, and services across multi-billion-dollar energy project portfolios
Integrate Commercial and Technical Strategy - Align engineering, project management, and procurement functions to deliver best-value outcomes and supply resilience
Shape Market Engagement Models - Structure partnerships, master agreements, and framework contracts that improve agility and scale for long-lead and high-voltage components
Enable Execution at Speed - Stand up sourcing playbooks, governance models, and vendor management systems that move from decision to delivery faster
Advise Executives and Boards - Translate complex market and project dynamics into actionable strategies that inform capital planning and investment decisions
Coach and Develop Talent - Mentor client and Pioneer teams, building future sourcing and supply chain leaders who embody Pioneer's values and performance standards
Qualification
Required
10-15+ years' experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain leadership within utilities, EPC, or management consulting environments
Proven track record across multiple project cycles (initiation through commissioning) on transmission, substation, or grid modernization programs exceeding $500M+
Deep understanding of EPC sourcing, major materials procurement, and supplier relationship management
Strong commercial acumen with experience structuring RFPs, contracts, and negotiation strategies that balance risk and value
Strong expertise in contract administration — ensuring compliance, managing change orders, tracking deliverables, and maintaining alignment between commercial terms and project execution
Experience working inside or advising regulated utilities, with fluency in cost recovery, rate case alignment, and stakeholder management
Exceptional ability to influence senior executives, collaborate across functions, and operate within complex program environments
Benefits
Meaningful time off and paid holidays
Parental leave
401(k) including employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Broad range of health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability, etc.
Company
Pioneer Management Consulting
Pioneer Management Consulting provides data analytics, organizational change, and strategy services to help clients achieve business goals.
51-200 employees
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