Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Construction)
Waste Management
Houston, TX
I. Job Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Manager – Construction, will be responsible to partner cross-functionally across engineering, project management, finance, supply chain, internal leadership and our suppliers to integrate the strategic sourcing process into the project lifecycle for WM’s construction projects.The strategic sourcing process will be pointed at Goods and Services to support Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC model) requirements project-by-project.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversees and participates in the procurement of materials, components, and services, ensuring price value and stability, consistent quality, and expeditious delivery.
- Guides, assists, and negotiates to satisfactory conclusion important or major purchasing contracts.
- Process mapping and end-to-end roles and responsibilities to support integration of the strategic sourcing process and deliverables within the EPC model.Gain concurrence and buy-in from cross functional leaders.
- Researches and develops competent suppliers of high quality components by overseeing and participating in the preparation of bids, proposals, or other informational requests. Evaluates requested materials and makes recommendations.
- Reviews and evaluates the relations of purchasing personnel with existing suppliers. Recommends methods of communications, problem resolution, or proposal planning. Contacts suppliers regarding large or recurring material problems and resolves issues.
- Oversees and participates in the general development of testing and evaluation techniques used to evaluate supplier material and supplier and operations quality.
- Oversees and participates in the liaison with other departments regarding technical product changes and problems, required adjustments, future strategic objectives, etc.
- Participates in the development and implementation of systems which measure, track, and analyze supplier and material effectiveness, price, and reliability. Works with other department managers to develop factors to be considered and results to be used.
- Participates in the research, development, and design of long-range strategic objectives. Works with other departmental managers in the laying out and planning of potential future operational changes.
- Participates in and coordinates internal programs, such as communications, vacation schedules, job analysis and evaluation, employee performance reviews, wage administration, etc.
- Maintains currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree,
- High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
- 8 to 10 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
B. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or Industrial Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.)
Experience working in medium to large EPC firms or as a construction contractor.Direct project procurement experience is a plus.
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.- Repetitive Motions
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
- Sitting
- Talking
- Hearing
Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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About the Company
Waste Management
Waste Management is the largest environmental solutions provider in North America, serving more than 21 million municipal, commercial and industrial customers in the U.S. and Canada. We have invested in developing waste solutions for a changing world. Today, this includes not just disposal and recycling, but personal counseling to help customers achieve their green goals, including zero waste.
Waste Management is North America’s largest residential recycler and a renewable energy provider. We recover the naturally occurring gas inside landfills to generate electricity, called landfill-gas-to-energy. Waste Management’s fleet of natural gas trucks is the largest heavy-duty truck fleet of its kind in North America. With the largest network of recycling facilities, transfer stations and landfills in the industry, our entire business can adapt to meet the needs of every distinct customer segment.
As North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management services, our mission is to maximize resource value while minimizing impact in order to further both economic and environmental sustainability for all of our stakeholders.