Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Primary Purpose
Initiates and supports sourcing practices, supplier selection and contract negotiation for key procurement items in support of major capital project. Assists with team members, internal clients, and stakeholders in identifying and improving sourcing and contracting needs across the major capital projects. Conducts sourcing process from RFx to contract closeout.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports procurement execution team and major capital projects to ensure materials and services are acquired to successfully meet requirements in a timely fashion, at or below established quoted price with consideration given to policies, and at the necessary quality requirements.
• Assists in supporting procurement activities, including helping with purchasing, coordinating with suppliers and contractors, and tracking spare parts, warehousing, and surplus items as needed.
• Assists in completing detailed data analyses to identify risks and concerns based on best industry practices and schedule targets. Reviews market data to identify manufacturing and supply chain risks, recommends mitigation measures.
• Supports development of global Contracting and Sourcing Strategies and Plans to increase operational efficiency and profitability by partnering with internal clients and stakeholders to identify long term sourcing needs.
• Assists in preparing and issuing bids, (using appropriate tools and technology), reviewing supplier proposals, and supporting negotiations to ensure value and minimize risks in supplier selection.
• Helps identify cost-saving opportunities (materials, vendor-managed inventory, freight, etc.) and supports process improvements. Assists in evaluating procedures to enhance purchasing efficiency and provide basic guidance to internal teams on policies.
• Assists with developing management information, reporting, insight and analytics on supplier cost and performance.
• Provides support and evaluation in strategic contractor management activities focused on risk identification and mitigation, supplier performance management, continuous improvement, and innovation opportunities
• Assists with supplier performance reviews to identify risks and opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Education

• Bachelor's degree in supply management, business or other related field of study required.

Experience

• 2 years in a comparable role performing global sourcing, contracting/negotiating, procurement and supplier management activities required.
• 1 year of prior major capital project experience, including project contractor oversight preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Systems & computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) SAP, etc.).
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Knowledge of relevant products and category supply base within the business.
• Interpersonal, problem solving, and communication (both oral and written) skills.
• Knowledge of contract management and all standard contract templates, including standard contract terms and conditions.

Note: The Company strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.