Spire · 2 hours ago
Category Specialist
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expSpire is seeking a Category Specialist to work in the Saint Louis, MO operation, and they are responsible for assisting and participating in sourcing events by executing category strategies for goods and services. The role focuses on achieving lifecycle cost savings while maintaining a high degree of quality.
Customer ServiceEnergyEnergy StorageFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementFuelOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing for and participate in sourcing events for the business according to the annual sourcing plan and on an ad-hoc basis as required
Participate in cross-functional category teams
Partner with the business to obtain sourcing event input including specifications, supplier evaluation, negotiations, contract execution and supplier selection
Utilize the Supply Chain formal sourcing process, document category analyses and strategies in the category workbook
Analyze category spend, market data, and the supplier base, identify cost drivers, and help develop sourcing and negotiation strategies that ensure maximum quality, service and value added benefits are received from suppliers at the lowest cost of ownership to the Director of Strategic Procurement
Utilize standard contract terms and conditions and work with Category Managers and Legal to help ensure contract documents are in compliance with company policy, laws and regulations
Identify and assist Category Managers in driving continuous improvement performance jointly with the business and key suppliers, including standardization opportunities and rationalization of specifications
Facilitate and coordinate supplier relationship – participate in key supplier performance evaluation and informal feedback sessions, compile supplier scorecards and performance to assist Category Managers in assuring suppliers are providing quality goods and services and adhering to contracted terms and conditions
Support supplier diversity by incorporating diverse suppliers in sourcing events, contribute to departmental supplier diversity goals and metrics and participate in supplier diversity events
Perform job duties in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 internal controls
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field or seven (7) years' of equivalent experience
Three+ years of experience in purchasing materials and services
Must have very strong analytical skills, strong negotiation and critical thinking skills
Strong communication capabilities, with ability to be collaborative and influence a variety of employees, suppliers, and key decision makers and deliver results
Ability to effectively participate in cross-functional teams
Results-oriented, proactive and dynamic and drives with sense of urgency
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines
Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
Preferred
MBA, preferred
Proficiency with ERP procurement systems desired; experience with Oracle EBS and/or SAP preferred
Certification from any of the following associations preferred: (1) Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, (2) APICS, (3) Institute of Supply Management/National Association of Purchasing Managers
Company
Spire
Spire is engaged to transform its business and pursue growth by growing its gas utility business.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.71B2024-02-05Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2021-02-10Post Ipo Equity· $160M
2017-04-03Post Ipo Equity· $142M
Leadership Team
Scott Doyle
President and Chief Executive Officer
Adam Woodard
Chief Financial Officer
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