Matlen Silver · 2 days ago
Sourcing Project Manager (5 days on site in Houston TX)
Houston, TX
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expMatlen Silver is a company that has been providing solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies for over 40 years. They are seeking a Sourcing Project Manager responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives and managing the contracting lifecycle for various categories related to power generation maintenance materials and services. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, negotiation of contracts, and oversight of supplier relationships to achieve cost savings and performance standards.
Information TechnologyRecruitingStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Kiran Sodha
Responsibilities
Monitors corporate, business unit and industry activities to identify strategic sourcing opportunities and lead efforts to leverage improvements in cost and quality or to implement best practices
Leads the development, management, and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned corporate wide commodities or services categories
Coordinates the sourcing plan for the assigned business unit and directs the sourcing initiatives and go-to market strategy for their portfolio of assigned spend categories. Significant collaboration with the Supply Chain Operational Purchasing Team in the planning and execution of transactional support, serving as an industry expert in related categories and supply chain matters
Monitors supplier and contract activity and identifies areas for improved cost savings. Regularly reviews and analyzes financial data to ensure the achievement of immediate cost savings, forecasts future savings impact, and communicates findings to the business unit customers and management
Leads cross-functional teams for sourcing initiatives and major capital projects. Develops project plans to achieve desired savings and efficiency results while meeting business unit customer needs. Oversees team’s work efforts to achieve plan and delivery dates, communicates status to business unit partners and management, presents findings and recommendations, and manages the implementation process
Negotiates or manages the negotiation of strategic supplier contracts and agreements for corporate-wide and business unit initiatives. Leads the negotiation of terms and conditions. Manages corporate risk while achieving desired total cost savings, performance results, quality requirements and delivery timelines. Utilizes sourcing best practices to lead initiatives and project teams efficiently and effectively
Manages strategic supplier relationships for the benefit of corporate-wide or business unit needs. Maintains effective relationships with suppliers within assigned commodities or services categories. Monitors and analyzes supplier activity for optimum financial, contractual, and performance levels. Regularly communicates with suppliers for continuous improvement
Collaborates with business unit partners and management to ensure effective communications through regular meetings to discuss future needs and plans, report on initiative or project activity, resolve supplier or product performance concerns and suggest areas to capture additional value. Collaborates with business unit partners to monitor and report savings and other key performance information. Manages problem resolution process with customers and suppliers to satisfactory outcomes
Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures. Participates in the refinement of sourcing policies and best practices. Effectively resolves policy concerns and ensures compliance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
1 + years working with SAP applications
Strong negotiation skills
7 years or more of supply chain sourcing experience
Prior supply management experience with power generation operation and maintenance categories
Strong technical skills with required proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering fields
Master's degree in Business Administration or Engineering related discipline
7 years of sourcing experience related to spend categories in the areas of major power generation capital project developments or operation and maintenance of power generation units
ISM Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage)
401(k) plan (employee contributions only)
Company
Matlen Silver
Matlen Silver is a staffing agency for IT firms.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michele Beilman
Chief Executive Officer
Jimmy De Silver
President & Owner
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