Strategic Sourcing Consultant – Utilities & Sustainability (Pharma) - MKVG

Title: Strategic Sourcing Consultant – Utilities & Sustainability (Pharma) 

Rate: $38-44/hr on W2 
Location: Rahway, NJ 
Duration: 12 months 

Job Summary: 
We are seeking a skilled Strategic Sourcing Consultant to support the Global Energy and Utilities Procurement function in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. This role emphasizes sourcing execution, risk management, and supplier collaboration, with a focus on delivering operational reliability and sustainability improvements. 

Core Responsibilities: 

• Lead procurement execution for electricity, gas, and water contracts across global pharma manufacturing sites. 

• Coordinate sourcing activities in alignment with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and site-specific operational needs. 

• Ensure contract lifecycle management and storage for business continuity. 

• Support strategic supplier relationship management and issue resolution. 

• Extract and analyze energy consumption and spend data to develop cost-effective and risk-mitigated strategies. 

• Promote corporate sustainability goals through responsible energy procurement. 

• Partner with EHS and Facilities to align sourcing decisions with operational and regulatory standards. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences required. 

• At least 5 years of sourcing experience in regulated industries (Pharma, Biotech, or Healthcare strongly preferred). 

• Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills. 

• Experience with Ariba and data analysis tools. 

• Familiarity with regulatory energy markets and renewable procurement.