Indirect Procurement Manager

Introduction:

The Indirect Procurement Manager role is crucial in developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals. This position focuses on enterprise procurement of construction services supporting large-scale capital programs ranging from $3B to $4B. The ideal candidate will have experience in approving purchase orders up to $10 million and will play a key role in driving performance, cost savings, sustainability, and supplier diversity.

Responsibilities:

• Establish a high-performance team to develop strategic portfolio and category plans for cost savings and service excellence.
• Oversee contract spend across multiple categories and develop short and long-term strategies for all spend categories.
• Lead cross-functional teams in executing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiation strategies.
• Monitor and maximize customer satisfaction through standardized client service level agreements.
• Approve purchase orders and contracts ranging from $500,000 to $10 million.
• Directly supervise Sourcing Supervisors, Category Leaders, and Sourcing Specialists.
• Develop work processes and procedures aligning with organizational requirements.

Requirements:

Minimum:

• Bachelor''s degree or equivalent experience required (one year of experience for every year of college).
• 8 years of total sourcing or related industry experience; technical/category experience may be required.

Preferred:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, and Utility industry.
• 10 years of total sourcing experience or related industry experience.
• 5 years of supervisor experience.
• SAP/SRM proficiency.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and resolve implementation barriers.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.