Regional Technical Category Manager

Regional Technical Category ManagerRegional Technical Category ManagerVeolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.Job DescriptionThe Regional Technical Category Manager is a new role for the Projects Business Line responding to dynamic market conditions for both EP and EP+ delivery models and will lead strategic procurement and category management for specialized, high-value custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management activities across North American projects. This role is responsible for executing the North American procurement strategies while developing tailored regional approaches aligned with project execution and overall business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage preferred supplier networks specializing in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical/fabrication/flow management activitiesCreate long-term supplier partnerships and framework agreements balancing cost, quality, schedule, loading, and riskConduct market analysis on supplier capacity, pricing trends, and capability gapsExecute multi-million dollar cost reduction initiatives and consolidate orders for negotiation leverageDrive continuous improvement with key suppliers on productivity, safety, and schedule performanceLead proposal development, tendering, and cost analysis for custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management packagesDevelop detailed cost models (labor rates, material escalation, equipment, mobilization, site-specific factors)Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses including schedule, quality, and contractual risk impactsBenchmark costs against industry standards and identify value-creation opportunitiesLead complex supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, conditions, and commercial frameworksDevelop specialized terms and conditions tailored to supplier scope and risk profileEstablish clear scope of work definitions and division of responsibility boundaries, ensuring contractor responsibilities and interface protocolsNegotiate insurance, bonding, and risk allocation frameworksDevelop comprehensive risk management strategies for supplier-specific hazards and performance uncertaintiesDefine insurance requirements, coverage limits, and liability frameworksImplement risk mitigation strategies (performance bonds, parent company guarantees, liquidated damages)Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standardsEstablish post-award protocols ensuring supplier performance and schedule adherenceMonitor supplier performance against KPIs (schedule, quality, safety, cost)Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective action plansManage supplier escalations, disputes, and change ordersDrive on-time delivery through proactive schedule management and accountabilityPartner with project execution, legal, insurance, contract management, and engineering teamsCollaborate with tendering teams on competitive bid packagesCoordinate with safety, quality, and compliance functionsBuild relationships with internal stakeholders to identify value engineering and optimization opportunitiesQualificationsKey Characteristics:Demonstrate deep understanding of custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management technologies to lead strategic decisionsBalance long-term objectives with immediate prioritiesStrong negotiation skills with proven ability to secure favorable terms in complex, high-stakes contractor agreementsChampion innovative contracting models and transformational procurement approachesChallenge the status quo and identify value-creation opportunitiesRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Management5+ years of experience in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management procurement, contractor management, or EPC construction executionProven experience in procurement, sourcing, contract management, or project management within an EPC project settingAdvanced knowledge of specialized contract terms, insurance requirements, bonding, and risk allocation frameworksDemonstrated success in complex supplier negotiations and post-award performance managementStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify cost and schedule improvementsExcellent project management skills managing multiple concurrent projectsAdvanced knowledge of construction industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirementsPreferred Qualifications:10+ years in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management procurementDirect water industry or EPC firm experienceProfessional procurement certification (C.P.M., CPSM, CIPS)Professional project management certification (PMP)Experience with SAP, Ariba, and Google WorkspaceWorking Conditions:Up to 20% annual travelHybrid/Remote, Various North America locationsAdditional InformationAt Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1! Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching! Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. The estimated salary range for this role is $95 - 110K plus an estimated 10% annual bonus.****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due.As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.