About the position
The Principal Procurement Specialist is a front-line employee with deep subject-matter expertise who excels in all Supply Chain competencies and is considered an expert in their area of responsibility. This role involves providing strategic direction and leadership for their category, acting as the primary liaison between senior business unit leadership and the Supply Chain team. This role is also responsible for producing financial and operational results aligned with supply chain, departmental, and company goals, and ensuring efficient procurement processes. Personally lead complex negotiations and high-profile projects to maximize value. This individual will be a resource and visible mentor to colleagues in Supply Chain, presenting and educating others on key topics.
Responsibilities
- Engage with supply chain and business unit stakeholders to provide category market intelligence.
- Oversee the procurement process from sourcing through contract negotiation, contract execution, and purchase order creation.
- Define value metrics/targets for areas of responsibility and communicate results.
- Define and execute short- and long-term priorities and strategies for staffing, training, safety, performance, and company risk mitigation.
- Partner with key stakeholders to develop forecasts and regulatory strategies around categories of responsibility.
- Lead and manage the company's energy procurement strategy, including renewable energy.
- Analyze market trends and utility rates to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Build effective partnerships with suppliers to maintain continuity of supply and ensure value through collaboration.
- Collaborate with finance and operations teams to forecast energy needs and develop procurement plans.
- Oversee the development and execution of procurement category strategies in collaboration with various business stakeholders.
- Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members to support improved performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of work experience; Minimum of six (6) years experience in procurement, category management or equivalent.
- Strong process, project, and program management skills.
- Demonstrated skills and ability to lead, develop, and execute category strategies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, and persuasion.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of category supplier environment, sourcing and category strategy creation.
- Knowledge of construction contracting and negotiations.
- Knowledge of the regulated utility business and applicable financial areas.
Nice-to-haves
- Professional Certifications or advanced education in the category of expertise preferred.
- Utility Supply Chain experience preferred.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and health benefits package.
- Opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career.
- Focus on health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.
