Manager, Strategic Supplier Management (SSM)

Job Title: Manager, Strategic Supplier Management (SSM)

The Strategic Supplier Management (SSM) function is part of the broader Technology Services organization within Technology Organization (TO) and is responsible for centrally managing all vendor management activities within TO. The SSM Manager role is responsible for developing and executing a cohesive vendor management strategy, vision, and roadmap for the Technology Organization. This role will lead a team of vendor management analysts and oversee an annual spend of up to $500 million across hardware, software, labor programs (professional services, contingent worker), Value added resellers (VAR) and software renewals. The SSM Manager will focus on maximizing value from vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective solutions, and driving service excellence to meet the needs of the Technology Organization. This includes but not limited to optimizing vendor performance, effective risk management, developing governance framework, managing preferred programs, fostering strategic partnerships, and implementing best practices in vendor management to support the organization’s goals and objectives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills )

Major Job Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

Vendor Governance, Risk, and Performance Management

TO Portfolio Support and Contract Enablement

Cost Efficiencies

Team Development

Continuous Improvements

Qualifications

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 11717

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services