Position Description

Category Manager - Electrical Construction
Employment Type Full time
Job Location(s) CA - Anaheim
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Salary Range:
$102,200 - $134.000

YOU BELONG HERE! 

Lead. Inspire. Build.
Since our founding, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. Through a culture motivated by performance, competence, and shared ownership, our teams understand their value and execute through responsibility, accountability, and pride. Our success is propelled by a “whatever it takes” mindset, which, in turn, ensures customer success.

Committed. Connected. Engaged.
If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. We are an organization built on integrity. We have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity and inspires everyone to do their best.  Rosendin is the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractor in the United States employing upwards of 8,000 people. Established in 1919, we remain proud of our more than 100 years of building quality electrical and communications installations and value for our clients but, most importantly, for building people within our company and our communities. As an employee-owner you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success which means you benefit tremendously. 

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

As the Procurement Category Manager, you'll be responsible for development and implementation of procurement strategies for various categories as assigned, which are in alignment with Project objectives for cost, quality, and schedule.  You'll bring your experience from the electrical construction industry in areas such as transformers, switchgears, fleet management, lighting, wires and cables and inverters (renewables) and be our Subject Matter Expert. 

You'll be able to form, lead, and oversee teams of subject matter experts that will define and implement new or enhanced business or technology processes, initiatives, projects, etc., to deliver added value within and outside of Supply Chain. Your main focus will be on achieving “best cost” while improving efficiencies throughout the procurement process from estimate to contract close-out to drive savings and efficiency across the company.  

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: 

  • Develop category strategy to achieve financial value-add and improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through detailed analysis of the category portfolio including consolidation of supplier base and spend across all geographical areas. Address key operating priorities including performance management, safety, and compliance.
  • Assess work streams and activities for consolidation opportunities. Assess current and future business processes for best work practice, and/or technological fit based on external market and industry practices.
  • Closely monitor the global supply market with regards to pricing & commodity trends, supplier capacity, supplier news, industry news and new product developments
  • Aggressively pursue defined Category Management (CM) strategy in order to ensure competitive advantage for Rosendin and to position Rosendin as a market leader and preferred client of our key suppliers
  • Develop and implement metrics to monitor area of responsibility, identification of gaps, and implement action plans to remediate. Understand, assess, and anticipate the internal/external strategic landscape of Supply Chain and how these impact the projects.
  • Proactively challenge current procurement, estimating, and cost tracking practices to drive improved results
  • Develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing advanced organizational readiness change management strategies.
  • Build wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization
  • Ensure that strategies for assigned categories evolve to adequately address changing market conditions
  • Negotiate Master Agreements with key suppliers
  • Understand, assess, and anticipate the internal/external strategic landscape of Supply Chain and how these impact the projects.
  • Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks/KPI’s for suppliers and commodities against Rosendin projects and divisions
  • Develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing advanced organizational readiness change management strategies.
  • Maintaining a safety conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices; and performing other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management, Operations or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 
  • Prior experience and/or established subject matter expertise in Category Management in the electrical construction field within areas such as transformers, switchgears, fleet management, lighting, wires and cables and inverters (renewables). 
  • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: 

  • 10+ years’ experience in a procurement, contract management, project management or related role
  • Expertise in procurement, estimating, business, and leadership
  • Demonstrated experience developing procurement category strategies and negotiation plans. Ability to research market pricing and develop best cost strategies to present to leadership.
  • Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with vendors.
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated experience creating project management plans that specify charter, scope, cost estimates, schedule, milestones and target dates, and risk management plans.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Self-motivated, driven to succeed, strong critical thinker, and able to think and communicate in terms of process flow

TRAVEL:

  • Up to 10%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
  • Noise level is usually low to medium
  • Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

 Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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