Team Leader - Supply Chain

Pewaukee, WI

De Pere, WI

Cottage Grove, WI

Full time

R0003234

Summary of Responsibilities:

Lead the Supply Chain That Powers the Grid

At ATC, reliable electricity starts long before a transmission line is energized. It begins with strategic sourcing decisions, strong supplier partnerships, effective risk management, and procurement leaders who ensure the right materials and services are available when critical infrastructure projects need them most.

As Team Leader Supply Chain, you'll provide leadership and functional oversight for Supply Chain professionals responsible for procurement, sourcing, contract administration, supplier partnerships, inventory planning, and category management activities supporting ATC's capital projects and operational needs.

You'll collaborate with leaders across Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Operations, Finance, and other business functions to ensure materials and services are delivered safely, efficiently, and cost effectively while mitigating supply chain, commercial, technical, and operational risks.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

Lead People & Build Capability

• Coach, mentor, and develop Supply Chain professionals

• Foster a collaborative, engaged, and accountable team culture

• Support hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, and succession development

• Balance workloads while helping employees expand capabilities and grow professionally

• Strengthen organizational capabilities through training, coaching, and knowledge sharing

Drive Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Excellence

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, reliability, and risk

• Lead procurement activities supporting major transmission and infrastructure projects

• Partner with business leaders to identify strategic sourcing opportunities

• Support development and negotiation of supplier and contractor agreements

• Influence enterprise sourcing decisions and long-term procurement strategies

Strengthen Supplier Partnerships & Risk Management

• Build productive relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders

• Monitor commodity markets, supplier capabilities, and industry trends

• Develop market intelligence that supports informed procurement decisions

• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies

• Improve supplier performance, continuity, and long-term value creation

Improve Processes & Business Performance

• Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on lifecycle cost, service, inventory, and delivery performance

• Develop efficient, scalable Supply Chain processes aligned with organizational goals

• Use analytics and business insights to drive continuous improvement

• Support implementation of new tools, technologies, and operational practices

• Create measurable improvements in efficiency, compliance, and supply chain effectiveness

Ensure Compliance & Governance

• Implement procurement policies, standards, and controls

• Support compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements

• Monitor process adherence and facilitate training where needed

• Help ensure procurement decisions are transparent, documented, and auditable

• Promote ethical business practices and stewardship throughout the supply chain function

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field

• Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain, procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, contract administration, supplier relationship management, inventory planning, operations, or related disciplines

• Strong experience with supplier negotiations, contract management, and procurement strategy

• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Experience using ERP or procure-to-pay systems such as Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced business-related degree

• Experience within utilities, energy, infrastructure, EPC, construction, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive industries

• Experience supporting large capital projects or construction portfolios

• Power BI or advanced analytics experience

• CSCP, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, or related professional certification

• Deep knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, demand planning, and project-based procurement

Why ATC

• Purpose-Driven Work : We’re energized bymeaningful and challenging work that contributes to the greater good, from powering everyday life togrid modernization.

• People-Centric Culture :We are difference makers. Welead with trust, value collaboration, and foster a supportive environment where people grow, contribute openly, and makea difference.

• Flexibility & Balance : Our work environment encourages autonomy, connection, and choicewith accountability.

• Growth & Development : Curiosity,coaching, and engagement fuel careers. We investin our people through cross-functional opportunities, skill-building, and assignments that stretch potential and build careers.

• Comprehensive Rewards : Compensation, benefits, and well-being offerings are thoughtfully and competitively designed to support employees’ unique needs.

• Reliable Innovation : Grounded in the communities we serve, we play a critical role in powering the grid, with the agility to innovate, lead, and drive progress in a time of transformational change inthe industry.

• A Shared Future : We commit to creating an environment where people can do their best work, thrive, and drive success for our customers and stakeholders, delivering a lasting impact for all.

Join our Great Place to Work, where we build and operate the power grid that enables modern life, and where every role contributes to something bigger than any one of us.

The targeted base pay for this position is $137,900 to $160,900 annually.* Base pay is one component of our comprehensive total rewards package which includes an annual incentive bonus, employer-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) match, HSA contribution, life & disability insurance, health care benefits, generous time off plans, flexible work arrangements, and much more .

*The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience, academic achievements, internal equity, and business needs. Pay exceeding the posted range is considered for uniquely qualified candidates. Interested internal candidates, with questions, please consult your Human Resources Business Partner.

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2026-09-08

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together. We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

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ATC is a transmission-only electric utility that helps keep the lights on, businesses running and communities strong in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois. As owner and operator of more than 9,530 miles of transmission lines and 530 substations, we help meet the electric needs of more than 5 million people in our service area.