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Laveer Engineering · 1 week ago

Procurement Project Management WBS 4

Cranberry Township, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $106K/yr

4+ years exp

Westinghouse Electric Co is committed to providing clean energy solutions and seeks a Procurement Project Manager to manage multiple procurement programs and projects. The role involves working with cross-functional teams to ensure project schedules are met and effective relationships are maintained with suppliers.

Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringService Industry

Responsibilities

Provide project direction utilizing the procurement strategy, lead the solicitation of quotations, assist Commodity and project teams with analyzing proposals, insuring completion of project risk assessments, and negotiating project price, delivery, and terms for complex and specialized materials, equipment, and services

Support Commercial Teams with execution of sourcing strategies and Task Plans to achieve business goals while driving continuous improvement

Build a strong, value-adding relationship with cross-functional teams to maximize procurement management effectiveness

Understand all the key operational & commercial elements of strategic and preferred suppliers to effectively communicate opportunities, challenges, and long-term plans and actions to internal audience including project team and leadership to support Procurement strategy

Maintain good working relationships with existing vendors. Assist with disputes, including schedule and quality issues resolution

Coordinate with Engineering, Business Development, Program Management, Operations, and all other related functions with a focus on on-time delivery, quality, cost reduction, inventory management & appropriate translation of customer and/or business unit requirements

Align with functional stakeholders to incorporate product and manufacturing strategies into contract strategy while gaining leadership support

Ensure compliance within assigned reporting area with all business standards, internal policies, and legal/regulatory requirements

Prepare and communicate key project milestone updates and risks for key stakeholders

Proactively manage risks and escalate as appropriate for risk mitigation

Qualification

Procurement experienceSourcing project leadershipVendor managementMarket analysisSupplier relationship managementNegotiating skillsData analysisInterpersonal skills

Required

BA/BS degree required (Preferably MBA or master's degree)

Minimum 4 years of procurement experience (preferably within industries with large, complex engineering, procurement, and construction projects, with a focus on procurement)

Experience in leading sourcing projects, including Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ) and contract development

Knowledge of Supplier Identification, development, and capabilities

Strong Negotiating, Benchmarking, Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, and Procurement Projects Management skills

Experience with vendor management including purchase order issuance, execution, and administration

Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and draw conclusions from quantitative data

Strong interpersonal skills: ability to communicate and engage at all organizational levels, ability to cultivate and sustain high quality professional relationships

Ability to maintain long term productive relationships with suppliers (SRM)

Ability to travel up to 20%

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

Employee Referral Program