Strategic Sourcing Manager

Responsible for strategic procurement analysis monitoring of global and local economic trends that can impact product pricing and product availability and developing supply strategies that allow for competitive material pricing and availability of production capacities that align with company growth projections. Negotiates master vendor agreements purchase orders for project specific materials and and manages procurement personnel. Develops and oversees programs related to commodities buying rental and service. Develops and maintains processes and systems utilized by the company to perform procurement related tasks and annual and quarterly strategic planning activities.

Location:This position can be located at one of our office locations daily:Fargo ND; Indianapolis IN; Clinton IN; or Phoenix AZ.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables comprised of Wanzek Construction IEA Constructors and White Construction combines over 20 years of renewable energy construction experience. Depending on your position and project you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us.

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business including our suppliers community partners and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives work ethics and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments we foster innovation and encourage everyonefrom interns to executivesto share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued included and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue providing construction services across industrial renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our industrial expertise includes building products manufacturers decarbonization power generation facilities manufacturing plants and mining. In infrastructure we specialize in general heavy civil construction underground utilities structures electrical work material production roadways bridges specialty pavement overlays environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec a minority-owned Fortune 500 company has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35000 employees and 400 offices nationwide we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

• Develop strategies for assigned commodities using the best cost approach keeping pulse on market competitive intelligence
• Analyze spend trends based on business requirements and projections to ensure market competitiveness of assigned commodities
• Analyze financial markets global economic trends that influence commodity prices and provide recommendations for purchasing strategies
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships that improve market competitiveness
• Lead and negotiate Master Vendor Agreements and project specific supply terms and conditions bringing appropriate support groups into the conversation as necessary including legal finance permitting and insurance
• Manage the company supply chain by sourcing reviewing and purchasing commodities securing commodity pricing or production slots
• Lead categorization of suppliers to determine strategic leveraged bottleneck and non-critical supplier management strategies. Analyze existing strategies identify issues and propose improvements. Escalate issues to Director as appropriate.
• Drive the implementation of industry best practices and a mindset of continuous improvement
• Review analyze and monitor assigned supplier/subcontractor capabilities quotes bids
• Research analyze configure and draw informed data driven conclusions from procurement data in support of department and company Key Performance Indicator (KPI)s
• Lead manage coach and mentor direct reports or other procurement personnel
• Prepare process and monitor purchase orders and change orders
• Facilitate the timely resolution of issues with suppliers related to price quality delivery condition etc.
• Coordinate with buyers for each project and give direction related to previously negotiated materials and equipment
• Coordinate keepsake inventory and life cycles for bulk purchases to ensure that the company is maintaining an adequate inventory
• Monitor update and improve systems processes and documents used to perform procurement activities
• Develop and maintain expertise on assigned products and services along with facilitating the sharing of knowledge with Strategic Sourcing Specialists
• Maintain and communicate knowledge of market conditions and industry activity that may impact business
• Work collaboratively with other procurement personnel inside the MasTec family of companies when applicable to increase and improve purchasing leverage
• Collaborate with other Strategic Sourcing Managers to develop and maintain a vendor scorecard system
• Research and evaluate new sources for assigned products and services. Provide data driven solutions and improvement to Director
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain Construction Management Engineering or Business
• Five years related experience; experience within engineering or construction industries preferred
• Supply Chain Certification (CSCP CSCM CPP etc.) or demonstrated equivalent experience preferred
• Experience negotiating; Terms & Conditions (T&Cs) Prime Contracts Master Service Agreements (MSAs) Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) Assignment of responsibilities Liquidated Damages Insurance & Bonding requirements etc.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the companys Zero Injury principles
• Ability to lead and manage others
• Strong knowledge of construction contract development negotiation and deployment
• Strong data analysis and advanced problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite especially Excel
• Ability to leverage industry specific software and data mining from ERP software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical documents
• Advanced understanding of terms nomenclature and business models used in the construction industry
• Ability to be accurate precise and follow set procedures and standards
• Excellent collaboration and written verbal and electronic communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with clients subcontractors and suppliers

Working Environment:

• When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures dirt dust fumes smoke unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

Whats in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $0-$0/ year commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse domestic partner and children
• Diabetes Management Telehealth Coverage Prescription Drug Plan Pet Insurance
• Family & Lifestyle
• Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation

Employee Assistance Program

• Planning for the Unexpected
• Short and long-term disability life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance accident critical illness hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan
  

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process contact Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Companys policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin age disability genetic information military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal state or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTecs policy to comply with all applicable state federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @ or @. If you suspect you are the target of a scam we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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