AltaGas

Category Manager III

LocationPort Huron, MI
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$82,000-$118,750

About This Job

Job Description

AltaGas is seeking an individual with a demonstrated passion and interest in procurement, strategic sourcing and supply chain management to fill a Category Manager III role within our Supply Chain Management (SCM) team. You will be responsible for managing assigned spend categories, related business unit partners and suppliers, and other internal relationships (e.g., Legal, AP, Risk, Audit, etc.), ensuring the organization has the necessary goods and services needed to run the business effectively and efficiently to deliver value for our customers and other stakeholders.

AltaGas, a Canadian corporation, is a leading North American infrastructure company that connects customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy. We operate a diversified, lower-risk, high-growth Utilities and Midstream business that is focused on delivering resilient and durable value for our stakeholders.

While this position will primarily support the US Utilities segment of our business, currently comprised of Washington Gas Light Company (WGL) and SEMCO, it is part of our broader, shared services SCM team within the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) organization. This position is based out of the SEMCO Energy Headquarters in Port Huron, Michigan. It is a hybrid role, currently requiring at least 3 days a week in the office.

You Will:* The Category Manager III will work collaboratively with SCM leadership and assigned business units to develop and maintain annual Category Plans, including spend and supply market analysis, should-cost modeling, opportunity and risk assessments, initiative prioritization, sourcing strategy identification, creation of the associated sourcing calendar, and target setting (e.g. value creation, hard and soft dollar benefits, etc.).
Work to execute the plans and other ad hoc requests to achieve the targets through the identified strategies (e.g., RFx / competitive bid processes, direct supplier negotiations, demand management, etc.).
You will be expected to lead the negotiating and contracting process, remain compliant with policies and procedures, appropriately mitigate risks, calculate financial and other business impacts.
Summarize and route initiative outcomes and contract documents for approval, provide effective stakeholder management, coordinate with internal partners to align on business and contractual requirements, draft contract amendments, change orders, SOWs and manage key supplier relationships.
Monitor and evaluate category performance, leveraging key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement continuous improvement or corrective measures as appropriate.
As an experienced member of the SCM team, the Category Manager III is also expected to help provide leadership and mentorship, including directing the work of any Strategic Sourcing and Contract Specialists assigned. You will be expected to contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve SCM operations, performance and impact over time.

In this role, it is expected that you will attend relevant meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and review relevant professional materials to remain current on the principles, practices and new developments within the procurement, strategic sourcing and supply chain management career field, and bring these concepts and ideas back to the team. You Have:* Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Finance or Supply Chain Management focus preferred)

5-10 years of relevant experience
Passion, interest and /or experience in procurement, strategic sourcing and SCM as a career
Deep understanding of Category Management and Strategic Sourcing frameworks and strategies
Strong understanding of common contract terms and conditions, and demonstrated experience leading contract negotiations
Ability to think analytically and strategically, listen, be curious and ask good questions
Ability to perform pricing and other financial analysis
Takes initiative, able to prioritize, manage their time, and support multiple projects
Able to deal with ambiguity
Ability to collaborate, develop and maintain good working relationships with teammates, business partners and supplier contacts
Willingness to flex and support teammates and emergent needs when required
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, able to present to large groups, including senior management, and appropriately apply influence to affect desired outcomes

We offer a competitive salary range of $82,000 to $ 118,750 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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