Category Manager Senior (Electrical and BESS)

Williams•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law. The Category Manager Senior (Electrical and Bess) is responsible for driving teamwork across our organization to develop supply chain solutions. This role will lead cost savings projects, demonstrate market conditions and price dislocations, lead contract disputes with suppliers, and bring forward value propositions for our business. The ability to think beyond the status quo to develop solutions to sophisticated problems that improve performance, efficiency and safety and make decisions that impact business and project objectives are keys to success in this role! Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or technology field
minimum of seven (7) year's experience handling a diversified supply chain environment
Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
Experience working in a cross-functional environment
Possesses expertise in category and supplier management with the ability to communicate effectively in technically informed commercial discussions
Exhibits strategic expertise in category and supplier management with the ability to influence stakeholders through technically informed, commercially driven communication
Proficiency in material planning along with proactive engagement in market research and supplier networking

Nice To Haves

Certification from Institute of Supplier Management (ISM) or American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)
minimum of nine (9) year's experience handling a diversified supply chain environment

Responsibilities

Interprets business challenges and recommends standard methodologies/strategies to improve category, processes or services
Collaborates with business partners to develop comprehensive supplier and category strategies
Develops and leads cross-functional supplier qualification and management processes
Builds Key Performance Indicators for supplier performance reviews
Identifies and establishes strategic supplier partnerships to handle costs and optimize resources
Develops and maintains category and subcategory structures
Negotiates and implements contract terms and conditions
Conducts spend analysis and develops measurable supplier management and risk mitigation processes
Acts as the internal voice of the electrical and energy storage industry, translating technical equipment capabilities into commercial category and sourcing strategies
Researches market trends, emerging technologies, and supplier landscapes proactively, as they relate to electrical equipment and battery energy storage systems (BESS) and power generation applications
Engages directly with manufacturers, integrators, and new market entrants to gather competitive intelligence and identify sourcing opportunities
Identifies, evaluates, and onboards new suppliers and technologies aligned with power generation, electrical infrastructure, and energy storage solutions
Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers and industry stakeholders across the electrical and energy storage markets
Partners closely with internal stakeholders to align commercial strategies with current industry standards, technical capabilities, and business objectives
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Annual incentive program
Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles
Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles
401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off, including floating and company holidays
Employee stock purchase plan
Robust employee learning and development
High internal mobility (we promote from within)
Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)
Fertility coverage and adoption benefits
Domestic partner benefits
Educational reimbursement
Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer
Employee resource groups
Employee assistance programs
Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative
Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes