Principal Category Leader

About the role

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA. Duration: 6+ Month Contract. Assignment is hybrid with weekly on-site requirement at DCPP (Avila Beach). Candidates must be within the client's service territory and able to work on-site weekly. Potential to be hired as FTE later (not guaranteed). Laptop will be provided and PPE will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers.
• Create and maintain category plans.
• Develop and review performance data with suppliers; work with suppliers to drive ongoing value discovery.
• Develop and sustain mutually beneficial strategic relationships with tier 1 and 2 suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional teams through strategic sourcing processes and develop/execute negotiation strategies for mid-complexity spend categories.
• Lead the development of category strategies of medium complexity.
• Maintain awareness of industry and market trends through ongoing research.
• Act as a subject matter expert for particular commodities or services.

Requirements

• Experience in the nuclear industry.
• Contracting and negotiating experience, along with category management experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement or related fields.
• Ability to analyze and combine information from different sources to reach appropriate conclusions.
• Ability to apply contract processes and procedures, and relevant contracts and licensing knowledge.
• Capability to work independently with limited oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Competency in building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Knowledge of database and information systems, such as SAP.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in contract management.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or related fields.
• Ability to apply project management theories, concepts, methods, best practices