Category Leader, Expert at Pacific Gas And Electric Company in Oakland, CA | USD126,000-179,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

category expertise

competitive bidding

market research

supplier risk

contract management

strategic sourcing

Acts as subject matter expert for particular categories or services.
Leads competitive bidding processes including RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations to secure best-value agreements.
Maintains awareness of industry and market trends, supplier landscapes, and regulatory changes to drive informed decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Partners with and influences cross-functional stakeholders and teams in developing sourcing and negotiation strategies for medium complexity spend categories
Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for medium complexity categories that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure supply continuity.
Develops and sustains mutually beneficial strategic relationships with category suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews, fostering collaboration on innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with the company’s safety, reliability, and sustainability goals.
Conducts and documents market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers.
Negotiates, drafts, and manages contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards.

Requirements

six sigma

pmp

cpsm

ariba

sap

8 years

Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging spend analytics, cost modeling, and digital procurement tools to optimize category strategies
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
Competency in building and leading strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Competency in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, operations leaders, and legal teams, to align procurement strategies with business priorities
Proven ability to lead high-value negotiations, develop contract structures, and drive favorable outcomes
Competency in developing strategic supplier partnerships, managing performance scorecards, and fostering supplier-driven innovation
8 years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the utility, energy, or infrastructure sectors
Master’s Degree in Business Administration or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
LSS-Lean Six Sigma Certification
6 years of experience in sourcing
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
PMP-Project Management Professional certification
Competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Strong written and verbal skills
Competency in applying project management theories, concepts, methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
Knowledge of database and information systems – e.g., ARIBA, SAP, etc. – as needed to perform at the job level
Experience sourcing in Consulting / Professional Services, Construction / Related Services, or Materials
ISM-Institute for Supply Management CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management certification, or similar certification(s)
Competency in leading cross-functional teams and to drive projects of medium complexity

Benefits

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Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1905

Year Founded

The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.

16M

People Served

The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.

Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.

Culture + Values

Safety is prioritized above all.
Accountability is expected of everyone.
Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
Customer service is a primary focus.
Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
Diversity and inclusion are valued.
Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
Teamwork and unity are emphasized.

Environment + Sustainability

100% GHG-Free

Electricity Supply

Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.

3M EVs

Electric Vehicle Fueling

Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.

58M CO2

CO2 Reduction Target

Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.

2,100 MW

Battery Storage

Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.

Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

18-year streak

Corporate Equality Index

Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.

Nine-year 100%

Disability Equality Index

Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.

26% women

Workforce composition

Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.

50% minorities

Diverse workforce

Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.

Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.

Articles

PG&E Careers

PG&E Sustainability

PG&E Newsroom

PG&E Community Programs

Role

Description

category expertise

competitive bidding

market research

supplier risk

contract management

strategic sourcing

Acts as subject matter expert for particular categories or services.
Leads competitive bidding processes including RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations to secure best-value agreements.
Maintains awareness of industry and market trends, supplier landscapes, and regulatory changes to drive informed decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Partners with and influences cross-functional stakeholders and teams in developing sourcing and negotiation strategies for medium complexity spend categories
Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for medium complexity categories that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure supply continuity.
Develops and sustains mutually beneficial strategic relationships with category suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews, fostering collaboration on innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with the company’s safety, reliability, and sustainability goals.
Conducts and documents market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers.
Negotiates, drafts, and manages contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards.

Requirements

six sigma

pmp

cpsm

ariba

sap

8 years

Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging spend analytics, cost modeling, and digital procurement tools to optimize category strategies
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
Competency in building and leading strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Competency in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, operations leaders, and legal teams, to align procurement strategies with business priorities
Proven ability to lead high-value negotiations, develop contract structures, and drive favorable outcomes
Competency in developing strategic supplier partnerships, managing performance scorecards, and fostering supplier-driven innovation
8 years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the utility, energy, or infrastructure sectors
Master’s Degree in Business Administration or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
LSS-Lean Six Sigma Certification
6 years of experience in sourcing
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
PMP-Project Management Professional certification
Competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Strong written and verbal skills
Competency in applying project management theories, concepts, methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
Knowledge of database and information systems – e.g., ARIBA, SAP, etc. – as needed to perform at the job level
Experience sourcing in Consulting / Professional Services, Construction / Related Services, or Materials
ISM-Institute for Supply Management CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management certification, or similar certification(s)
Competency in leading cross-functional teams and to drive projects of medium complexity

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1905

Year Founded

The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.

16M

People Served

The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.

Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.

Culture + Values

Safety is prioritized above all.
Accountability is expected of everyone.
Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
Customer service is a primary focus.
Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
Diversity and inclusion are valued.
Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
Teamwork and unity are emphasized.

Environment + Sustainability

100% GHG-Free

Electricity Supply

Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.

3M EVs

Electric Vehicle Fueling

Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.

58M CO2

CO2 Reduction Target

Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.

2,100 MW

Battery Storage

Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.

Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

18-year streak

Corporate Equality Index

Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.

Nine-year 100%

Disability Equality Index

Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.

26% women

Workforce composition

Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.

50% minorities

Diverse workforce

Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.

Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.

Articles

PG&E Careers

PG&E Sustainability

PG&E Newsroom

PG&E Community Programs