Lead, Project Procurement Manager

100% remote role.

About the role

As a Lead, Project Procurement Manager you will oversee the planning and coordination of procurement across multiple large I&C and WPB projects. You will work with the business project management organization to implement project procurement program management tools for managing project procurements. You will report to the Procurement Manager, I&C/WPB Projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee execution of project procurement strategies
• Build relationships with BU project teams to understand and develop solutions across I&C and WPB project portfolio
• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure agreement on our goals
• Contribute to project planning proposals and approval stage-gates
• Lead program-level risk management, compliance, and performance monitoring
• Partner with teams to improve sourcing strategies and supplier engagement
• Monitor KPIs and report on major project performance to senior leadership
• Guide process improvements and digitalization projects within procurement programs
• Mentor and support procurement project managers
• Support development of procurement strategies and plans together with Offer and Project Teams
• Identify and capture the demand, identify potential suppliers, and establish a communication channel towards the suppliers
• Support Commercial Teams with execution of sourcing strategies to achieve our goals while improving
• Evaluate all elements of cost for commodity groups to identify and obtain cost improvements
• Develop strategies to maximize supplier base cost/value
• Develop relationships with important suppliers and team members while mediating and resolving contract performance issues
• Use the corporate Approved Supplier List Process for sourcing requirements
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Westinghouse's Procurement procedures
• Manage supply and supplier commitments after making a purchase order or contract, including change and contract management
• Support Accounts Payables for resolution of discrepancies between the supplier invoices and the purchase orders
• Use Best-Cost Country Sourcing, with emphasis on middle/eastern Europe

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Business or Engineering Degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain management and large projects with at least 3 years in program management
• Experience in sourcing, supplier management and knowledge of supplier base for the nuclear sector is preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Pay

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $100,800 to $126,000 per year.

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