Category Sourcing Manager

Category Sourcing ManagerThe Category Sourcing Manager ("CSM") is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate sourcing initiatives for a variety of direct and indirect categories, depending on expertise. CSM will perform complex data analysis to identify new sourcing & other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure Fit-outs and Data Connectivity. CSM is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs & communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. CSM will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within organization.Responsibilities include:Lead ongoing category management activities within assigned scope of spend categories to achieve business objectives and benefit targetsDrive development of supplier and industry category profiles and strategies to a "best in class" Supply-Chain for data center providersIdentify and leverage company-wide spend opportunitiesCoordinate Facilities' purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centersLead supplier selection & recommendation activities including qualitative/quantitative analysis, selection criteria, long/short lists, RFI/RFP development, and bid analysisDevelop and execute sourcing strategies for highest spend, greatest complexity, and most critical/strategic categoriesProvide strategic guidance to profiles and Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisionsDevelop implementation strategy, responsibility assignments, communications plans, and timelineLead implementation activities for categories with critical impacts to business and internal customersMonitor compliance with supplier agreements related to high spend scope areaDevelop long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirementsConduct thorough spend analysis, develop methodology and metrics tools to track progressNegotiate, review, and execute implementation of contractual arrangements per company policy and business objectivesIdentify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimizes indirect sourcing and procurement work practicesBuilds relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements and specifications from departments and category subject matter expertsEnsure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needsDrive value through innovation and collaboration with strategic suppliers and internal customersBasic qualifications include:Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experienceSeven or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-ChainExperience in contract development, execution, negotiation and managementSkilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter expertsExperience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organizationExperience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirementsDemonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experiencePreferred qualifications include:MBA or Master's degree in Supply ChainExperience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider)Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM)Knowledge, skills and abilities include:Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problemsSelf-motivated and goal driven