Senior Procurement Category Specialist

Modular Power Solutions•McKinney, TX

About The Position

The Senior Procurement Category Specialist responsible for development and implementation of procurement strategies for various categories as assigned, which are in alignment with MPS objectives for cost, quality, and schedule. The position focuses on achieving “best cost” while improving efficiencies throughout the procurement process from estimate to contract close-out to drive savings and efficiency across the company.

Requirements

5-7 years’ experience in a procurement, contract management, project management or related role
Expertise in procurement, estimating, business, and leadership
Demonstrated experience developing procurement category strategies.
Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with vendors.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated experience creating project management plans that specify charter, scope, cost estimates, schedule, milestones and target dates, and risk management plans.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Self-motivated, driven to succeed, strong critical thinker, and able to think and communicate in terms of process flow
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management, Operations or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Travel Up to 10%

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of category strategy to achieve financial value-add and improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through detailed analysis of the category portfolio including consolidation of supplier base and spend across all geographical areas.
Address key operating priorities including performance management, safety, and compliance.
Assess work streams and activities for consolidation opportunities.
Assess current and future business processes for best work practice, and/or technological fit based on external market and industry practices.
Closely monitor the global supply market with regards to pricing & commodity trends, supplier capacity, supplier news, industry news and new product developments
Aggressively pursue defined Category Management (CM) strategy to ensure competitive advantage for MPS and to position MPS as a market leader and preferred client of our key suppliers.
Develop and implement metrics to monitor area of responsibility, identify gaps, and implement action plans to remediate.
Understand, assess, and anticipate the internal/external strategic landscape of Supply Chain and how these impact the projects.
Proactively challenge current procurement, estimating, and cost tracking practices to drive improved results.
Develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing advanced organizational readiness change management strategies.
Build wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization.
Ensure that strategies for assigned categories evolve to adequately address changing market conditions.
Assist in negotiating Master Agreements with key suppliers
Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks/KPI’s for suppliers and commodities against MPS projects and divisions.
Assist in the development and implementation of innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing organizational readiness change management strategies.
Maintaining a safety conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices; and performing other responsibilities and duties as assigned.