APX Sourcing & Procurement Principal

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Cranberry Township, PA

2d • $90,000 - $112,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

As the APX Project Sourcing & Procurement Principal you will be the supply chain subject matter expert for AP1000® WBS 8 Valves to support the APX business organization. The position is accountable for all bid and proposal activities, sourcing strategy development, and strategy execution, including supplier development to deliver best overall value to Westinghouse.

You will report to the Manager, AP1000 Equipment and be located at Cranberry, PA. We will require you to be in the office 2 days a week.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree required (Preferably MBA)
• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience (preferably within industries with complex engineering, procurement, and construction projects, with a focus on procurement)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in negotiations including RFI, RFP, RFQ and contract development

Responsibilities

• Be the primary supplier relationship owner for AP1000® WBS 8 Valves projects
• Be an interface between project teams including project management and engineering and the supply chain organization
• Maintain a comprehensive commodity strategy to improve Total Cost of Ownership while ensuring supply continuity through identification and mitigation of current and emerging risks and opportunities
• Lead the execution of procurement strategies through preferred supplier lists. This involves the rationalization of nonpreferred suppliers and structured awards of business to preferred partners with long-term agreements. These agreements aim to achieve measurable year-over-year improvements in cost, quality, delivery, service, and profitability.
• Review and interpret data from PowerBI and other analytical tools to identify commodity cost drivers and apply insights to sourcing decisions and supplier negotiations
• Lead regular supplier relationship management reviews with necessary and strategic suppliers, engaging teams and senior leadership
• Prepare and deliver materials for supplier reviews, commodity strategies, risk mitigation plans, 4 Blocker assessments, and supplier or commodity gap analysis

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal