Analyst, Procurement jobs in Dothan, AL

SCM Transaction Team Leader

This can be located at Plant Hatch, Plant Vogtle, or The Energy Center-Birmingham

GRADE LEVEL: Exempt 6

JOB SUMMARY

This position leads a team of Buyers and is responsible for procurement activities supporting category management strategies and business partner requirements for Southern Nuclear.  This position will report to the Manger, Procurement SCM for SNC and leads direct reports to ensure day to day process of sourcing requests are completed in a timely manner including Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotations (RFQ), review of offers upon receipt from bidders, cost & price analysis, negotiations in accordance with company policies and procedures, risk assessment, creation and maintenance of priced line items contracts, issuance of purchase orders, expediting orders, and resolving supplier problems. Reviews direct report's work to ensure that all terms and conditions are met, and any problems are identified or resolved/mitigated in a timely manner. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field highly preferred. Advanced degree, a plus

• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus.

Experience

• Previous supervisory skills over staff, major projects or initiatives desired 

• Minimum of five years experience with sourcing and contract development

• Experience working in nuclear plant operations is desired

Knowledge and Skills

• In depth knowledge of Supply Chain policies and procedures, as well as comprehensive knowledge of the SoCo Contract Manual 

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles for strategic sourcing and purchasing transactions

• Comprehensive knowledge of SCM Technology

• Proven analytical skills to evaluate metrics, perform trend analysis, market research, and pricing strategies 

• Must be able to demonstrate general principles for bidding techniques, cost and price analysis, as well as negotiations 

• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication (both verbal and written) skills with the ability to interface with customers, engineers, suppliers and executives, at all levels 

• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills required

• Must demonstrate strong internal customer focus and commitment to customer value 

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with short "turn around" times and handle multiple activities, purchase orders, other Supply Chain requests, and customers simultaneously. 

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Responsibilities will include but not be limited to performance management, workforce planning, strategic sourcing initiatives, workload assignment, and directing the daily activities of Buyers.  Other responsibilities include: 

• Managing the activities of direct reports in support of their assigned work.  

• Develop and evaluate proposals for materials and services to determine best purchase alternative.

• Issue orders for purchase of goods and services.

• Resolve conflicts or discrepancies involving pricing, invoicing, specifications, and purchase orders. 

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.

• Perform rotating on-call duty to support emergent plant procurement needs during outages, weekends, holidays, or nights per rotating duty schedule.

• Ensure risk mitigation for all companies 

• Prepare, deliver, and present all forms of related support by project or staff to all levels of management 

• Safety Initiatives within Georgia and Alabama, along with site specific requirements for projects supported.    

• Ensure the integrity of the Sourcing Process through strict adherence to SoCo Contract Manual and Supply Chain Policies and Procedures.

• Work with all customers to establish and manage procurement transactions across the system to support value proposition initiatives.

• Engage staff to identify performance expectations to meet job expectations, demonstrate Our Values, and in meeting career and job specific skills, knowledge through effective development behaviors and performance.  

• Actively supports the career development of employees by seeking new challenges to strengthen their professional abilities.

• Building strong business practices and relationships with peers in Supply Chain Management and customers system wide.

• Actively support in the development of Supply Chain tools and technology

Southern Nuclear is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy operators, running six – soon to be eight – units for Alabama Power and Georgia Power. For more than 40 years, the company has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, creating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses.

SNC prioritizes the health and safety of the public and its employees above all else, operating its facilities safely, reliably and affordably for customers and communities while using innovative technologies and practices that enhance performance. This work is enabled by the continuous development, leadership and skills of a high-performing workforce.

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: 3752

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Nuclear