Category Manager - Switchgear

Job Title: Procurement Category Manager Job Overview Responsible for development and implementation of procurement strategies for various categories, aligning with project objectives for cost, quality, and schedule. Key Responsibilities Develop category strategy to achieve financial value-add and improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through detailed analysis of the category portfolio, including consolidation of supplier base and spend across all geographical areas. Address key operating priorities including performance management, safety, and compliance. Assess work streams and activities for consolidation opportunities. Assess current and future business processes for best work practice and/or technological fit based on external market and industry practices. Closely monitor the global supply market with regard to pricing and commodity trends, supplier capacity, supplier news, industry news and new product developments. Aggressively pursue defined Category Management (CM) strategy to ensure competitive advantage for Rosendin and position the company as a market leader and preferred client of key suppliers. Develop and implement metrics to monitor area of responsibility, identify gaps and implement action plans to remediate. Understand, assess, and anticipate the internal/external strategic landscape of Supply Chain and their impact on projects. Proactively challenge current procurement, estimating, and cost-tracking practices to drive improved results. Develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing advanced organizational readiness change-management strategies. Build wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization. Ensure that strategies for assigned categories evolve to address changing market conditions. Negotiate Master Agreements with key suppliers. Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks/KPIs for suppliers and commodities against Rosendin projects and divisions. Maintain a safety conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices, and performing other responsibilities and duties as assigned. Qualifications 7–10 years’ experience in procurement, contract management, project management or related roles. Expertise in procurement, estimating, business, and leadership. Demonstrated experience developing procurement category strategies. Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with vendors. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams. Demonstrated experience creating project management plans that specify charter, scope, cost estimates, schedule, milestones, target dates, and risk-management plans. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Self-motivated, driven to succeed, strong critical thinking, and able to think and communicate in terms of process flow. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management, Operations or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred. Travel Up to 10% Working Conditions General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including reasonable accommodation measures for qualified disabled applicants and employees. Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k) retirement plan Annual bonus program based on performance, profitability, and achievement 17 paid time off days per year plus 10 paid holidays Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Term Life and AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance Disability Income Protection Insurance Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) Charitable Giving Match with Rosendin Foundation Compensation Pay range: $120,500.00 – $158,200.00 per year. Actual pay may vary by location, experience and education. Equal Opportunity Statement Rosendin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other protected category under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr