Sr Procurement Specialist
- Prepare bid packages, statement of work documents, and requests (RFP/RFI) according to specifications and business requirements while supporting business with all commercial needs including dispute resolution and contract interpretation
- Build, lead, and maintain development of sourcing strategies from project identification through close-out including alternative sourcing options
- Negotiate complex commercial agreements within assigned categories in partnership with internal stakeholders, including legal and risk departments
- Build and maintain Supplier/Contractor relationships with the objective of reducing total costs, increasing productivity, and eliminating inefficiencies in the supply chain
- Lead cross functional teams to develop and implement category and supplier initiatives resulting in process efficiencies, total cost of ownership (TCO) savings in line with business goals
- Drive use of spend analytics and market research in order to develop profiles for assigned category(s)
- Drive development of KPI’s for both supplier and category performance while using subject matter expertise and supplier industry knowledge to establish "should cost" models, identify opportunities, and drive supplier negotiations
- Drive collaborative relationships with business, state leadership and business operations management in order to gather feedback, understand issues, recognize opportunities, and influence category strategies
- Analytical problem-solving skills to produce best product/service at lowest total cost of ownership within required time frames
- Business acumen to analyze commercial business, procurement issues and risk management issues with continuous improvement mindset
- Experience negotiating commercial terms and conditions
- Knowledge of sourcing strategies, and methodologies related to goods and services procurement
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written presentation form
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment within Supply Chain and with other internal stakeholders
- Knowledge of SAP (Preferred)
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Products
- Understanding of Lean / Six Sigma concepts and tools
- Ability to work on multiple assignments effectively
- Knowledge of relevant supply markets and understanding of sources of supply market intelligence
- Experience analyzing industry trends and conditions to inform sourcing strategies
- Knowledge and ability to utilize e-procurement tools effectively
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines or equivalent combination of education and experience
- CPM or CPSM preferred - Other supply chain certifications a plus
- Minimum 6 years’ total work experience
- Minimum 4 years’ of procurement or category management experience
- Utility procurement experience a plus
- Experience working in matrixed organizations
- Travel Required 10-20%
- Indoor office environment
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