Sourcing Manager – Purchasing

Sourcing Manager – Purchasing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics or relevant field with a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience; or Master’s Degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, Economics or relevant field with a minimum of 3 years of applicable experience.
• At least 5 years of Supply Management or related experience including conducting RFPs, negotiating pricing and contracts, managing supplier relationship, quality, KPIs etc.
• Experience performing economic evaluation for the procurement of equipment and construction services.
• Knowledge of supply chain methodologies, models, practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and administer requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, and risk evaluations for EPC and construction services.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive procurement initiatives and improve bottom line performance.
• Develop and execute procurement sourcing strategies for a variety of requirements including: environmental, engineering, and permitting services.
• Lead and coordinate local (US) efforts in conjunction with the global procurement organization, as applicable.
• Ensure that strategies capture the best available solution, while meeting critical internal timelines at the lowest possible TCO (Total Cost of Ownership), ensure compliance with business needs, internal QSHE (quality, health, safety, & environment), procurement policies, and market analysis.
• Negotiate and award negotiation of large construction contracts to minimize operational, legal, and financial risks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with the power generation or utility preferred.
• C.P.M, C.P.S.M, or equivalent certifications or working toward achievement.
• Knowledge/experience with SAP.
• Experience in Project Management and Project Engineering.