Develop and enhance category management through strategic analysis of assigned categories
Identify and anticipate Business Unit demand and needs, issues, and cost reduction opportunities
Create and understand SWOT analysis for each assigned category, spend identification, and total cost of ownership
Identify and assess short
and long-term risks
Ensure alignment with internal SME parties
Maintain knowledge of commodities, sources of supply, corporate responsibility opportunities, industry leading practices, and market conditions that may impact future procurement
Creates strategies and utilizes supply chain processes to lead competitive bidding processes
Develop appropriate terms and conditions, negotiate strategic contracts, integrate contracts with internal systems
Utilize data-driven decision making to implement effective strategic sourcing strategies
Develop “should cost models”
Performs analysis of historical spending patterns, pricing fluctuations, and market trends and indices
Communicates with the Business Unit and other executive leadership and committees on risks related to the transaction
Applies knowledge, redlines, and negotiates complex legal issues, commercial business, and sourcing expertise
Develops change management strategies in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of sourcing strategies
Manage supplier relationships at a strategic level
Provides assistance and cross training

Bachelor's degree
5 years related work experience
In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 9 year(s) related work experience
Bachelor's degree in business or related field
Graduate Degree Preferred
C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
Demonstrated business and financial expertise
Excellent negotiating skills
Contract management skills
Strong planning/organizational skills
Strong problem solving/analytical skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong interpersonal skills
Cost and financial analysis skills
Good business acumen
Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations
Previous sourcing & contracting experience

Senior Sourcing Specialist, Lead Sourcing Specialist

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