Category Manager II

Overview

Develop and execute category sourcing strategies for IT & shared services.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier qualification
• e-sourcing
• spend analysis
• category strategy
• cost reduction
• process improvement

Tasks

-Partners with internal stakeholders to understand current and future business needs, as well as external resource requirements, to create and execute project pipeline. -Manages supplier qualification, RFP, supplier selection, contract development, implementation, purchase or blanket orders, compliance, and ongoing supply management processes. -Leverages e-sourcing and spend analysis tools to drive incremental year over year cost savings. -Influences key internal stakeholders to engage sourcing as a key partner to drive cost out of their 3rd party suppliers. -Creates, implements, and manages multi-year category sourcing strategies for assigned categories to generate value for the company. -Analyzes spend data and identify opportunities to increase spend opportunities with diverse suppliers (including local and regional). -Drives process improvements to create efficiencies in sourcing procedures. -Conducts regular reviews of supplier scorecards and operational metrics to drive continuous improvement of suppliers. -Leads cross-functional strategic sourcing teams that include representation from the end user community. -Provides external industry benchmarking to better assess strategy and solutions within procurement. -Drives a measurable reduction in year over year total cost of ownership for assigned categories.

Requirements

• maximo
• strategic sourcing
• contract negotiation
• project management
• 2+ yrs
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Contract negotiation skills. -Experience supporting or leading the development and execution of sourcing category strategies. -Strong knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application of the process to sourcing projects. -Exceptional ability to engage cross functional teams and influence decision making process. -Project management and change management skills. -2+ years of relevant experience inclusive of sourcing various IT & corporate services required. -ERP system experience (Maximo) is strongly preferred. -Familiarity with the Power Advocate Energy Intelligence Platform a plus or web-based tools, such as e-Sourcing, Spend Analytics, Contract Management. -Knowledge of contract terms and conditions. -Strong analytical skills. -Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, finance, or relevant discipline. -Must be able to work within all functions and levels of an organization. -Must be able to navigate a complex organization structure to solve problems. -Experience in increasing supplier diversity spend.

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About Duquesne Light Company

-Privately owned energy services holding company operates through its subsidiary. -Frequently recognized as a trusted utility brand for innovation. -Clean-energy programs, smart-grid enhancements, and infrastructure modernization are key focuses. -Headquarters relocation to Nova Place marked a new chapter in collaboration and innovation.

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