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NiSource · 11 hours ago

Senior IT Category Specialist

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $123K/yr

3+ years exp

NiSource is a public utility company seeking a Senior IT Category Specialist for their Supply Chain department. This role is responsible for optimizing supply chain operations, leading category analysis, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives.

BiofuelEnergyNatural Resources

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead category-level analysis to identify performance trends, operational inefficiencies, and strategic opportunities

Support and may lead end-to-end category performance analysis, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, service improvement, and operational efficiency

Leads strategic sourcing and RFx events for medium to large and complex projects. Subject matter expert in strategic sourcing for assigned categories. Supports other Category Specialists and Manager with sourcing activities

Strong communication skills with the ability to utilize data and insights to form a story that drives value. Ability to communication with senior leaders across the business

Participates in and supports performance and process improvement initiatives defined by the category plan including strategic sourcing and other initiatives in support of supply chain excellence

Ability to lead and develop medium level negotiation plans and understands negotiation levers to achieve the best outcomes. Participates in more complex negotiations as directed by Category Manager

Collaborate with key stakeholders to align category strategies with broader supply chain objectives

Drive root cause analysis and resolution of supply chain disruptions, implementing sustainable corrective actions

Drive and support strategic initiatives such as network optimization, inventory modeling, and scenario planning

Review and analyze raw data to build cost models (using spreadsheets, organizing data, creating graphs) and identify savings / avoidance opportunities

Analyze data and create reports and presentations regarding key business measures such as supplier performance, spend analytics and market trends

Review, analyze, and approve purchase requests with established suppliers

Understand savings and operational targets and develop and execute on plans to deliver on targets

Encompasses duties of Category Analyst

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingNegotiation SkillsData AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeProcurement SoftwarePlanning SkillsCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingTeam CollaborationAdaptability