SCM Category Manager
Two positions to be filled:
(1). Indirect Spend
(2). Technology
This position may be located in Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position works within the Supply Chain Management organization to maximize the value that is delivered using a category management framework. The role collaborates with senior internal stakeholders, supply chain teams, and suppliers to use continuous improvement techniques to improve internal Business Unit and supply chain outcomes. The role ensures Supply Chain Management is perceived as a positive, significant, value-adding partner to the business by providing solutions to business and operational supply chain challenges, improving processes to reduce total costs of ownership, and maintaining a strategic approach to procurement and supply management.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Technology, Finance, or other relevant technical discipline preferred
• Education or experience in contracts
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus
• Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) is a plus
Experience:
• Competitive bidding/sourcing experience
• Project management experience is a plus
• Preferred: Demonstrated leadership with strategic partnerships
• Previous category management experience a plus
• Experience working within area of business is a plus (i.e. technology, fleet, facilities, etc.)
Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of supply markets and purchasing principles
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of contract terminology
Facilitation skills
Proven negotiation skills
Excellent project management
Strong skill in use of Microsoft Office
Comprehensive knowledge of SCM
Financial acumen and demonstrated aptitude in analytics
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and executes category plans that identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, drive cost savings, manage risk, improve safety, drive innovation, and ensure the continuous development of categories managed
Supervises, plans, manages, and assumes complete responsibility for all activities and processes associated with the categories assigned
Developing category profiles; conducting market research to identify new suppliers, to predict stresses on the supply base, and to manage pricing (e.g., index pricing and volume discounts)
Typically manages between $100M - $300M in annual spend
Leads negotiations, oversees all stages of strategic procurement
Helps facilitate supplier performance measurement and collaborates with key suppliers to identify potential areas for improvement
Manages and identifies supplier alliance opportunities. Supports internal utility Business Unit's supplier management efforts
Performs thorough analysis to support the development of category plans, including but not limited to meeting with internal customers to understand their needs, requirements, and plans; determining the impact of joint efforts on supplier KPIs; analyzing historical spend; forecasting future spend based on demand planning; building cost models; calculating total cost of ownership (TCO); creating supplier value
Works with Business Unit clients to develop and manage tools necessary to track supplier performance (ex: scorecards)
Communicates supplier performance metrics to relevant stakeholders on a regular basis
Interfaces with all levels of Supply Chain Management and Business Unit clients, including senior management
Leads and participates in cross-functional teams, including representatives from Business Unit clients, Supplier Diversity, Technology Organization, and/or Legal
Creates and implements development plans for suppliers who do not meet performance standards and resolves conflict between suppliers and the company
Contributes as a member to the One SCM Category Management team by leveraging strengths to support fellow team members, sharing lessons learned, and engaging others to help in addressing knowledge or experience gaps
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance
Safety focus and a strong personal safety record
Dedication to an accident-free work environment with strict adherence to all safety and compliance requirements
Must lead by example and ensure equity and fairness in interactions with others
Must conduct self in a manner that builds trust and confidence with coworkers, contractors, supervisors, and management
Ability to work within a team setting, including the ability to build and motivate a team toward a shared goal
Demonstrated initiative and creativity coupled with a strong customer service focus will be expected
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
BENEFITS
Competitive Pay
Excellent benefits packages which includes:
Medical and dental coverage
Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
Performance-sharing plan
401(k) plan with a generous company match
Bonus opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 4742
Job Category: Supply Chain
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
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