Principal Strategic Sourcing Advisor

Primary Purpose

Lead, develop, and implement robust supply chain strategies and objectives for the business in a manner that capitalizes on market realities and that achieves an equitable balance of risk between company and its contractors and suppliers. Work collaboratively across the company to support CVP processes. Deliver a wide range solution related to the supply chain processes and engages key business stakeholders to drive and improve service levels. Handle procurement related oversight activities in support of large-scale engineering/procurement/construction (EPC) projects, capital projects, operations, and project development for Sempra Infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and implement robust supply chain strategies and objectives for the business in a manner that capitalizes on market realities and that achieves an equitable balance of risk between company and its contractors and suppliers. Work collaboratively across the company to support the Capital Value Process (CVP). Deliver a wide range solution related to the supply chain processes and engages key Functional Stakeholders to drive and improve service levels.

Handle for procurement related oversight activities in support of Indirect Procurement and related indirect spend for large-scale engineering/procurement/construction (EPC) projects, capital projects, operations, and project development for Sempra Infrastructure.

Develop and lead complex RFx events to execute major agreements and material purchases while managing and mitigating supply/contractual risk leveraging key functional areas where appropriate (Legal, Insurance, Cyber, etc.).

Serve as the procurement subject-matter expert to internal and external stakeholder groups to address current/future business needs in addition to promote current best-in-class sourcing strategies and methodologies.

Mentor and provide guidance to other team members to develop and increase their skills and abilities in the procurement lifecycle process.

Foster and develop supplier relationships in addition to monitoring progress and holding suppliers accountable for contractual terms. Ensure compliance with the company’s Business Conduct Policy and that approved HSSE standards and safety-first policies are fully incorporated into the procurement process.

Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions and business drivers to maximize benefits and minimize risk.

Perform other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent required. Master's degree preferred.

Experience

10 years in a comparable experience (strategic sourcing, category management and supplier management) in addition to proven experience in conducting Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) process, Invitations to Tender (ITT) and related supplier evaluations and negotiations required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Influencing, communication, and facilitative skills, including cross cultures and geographies.

Ability to advise and interact with all levels of management.

Leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop procurement team.

Ability to bring teams together to achieve targets and goals.

Knowledge of supply categories within area of assigned concentration.

Quantitative and analytical skills, ability to draw conclusions from data.

Ability to work effectively in team setting and support change management within organization.

Commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

Ability to develop business relationships with peers, senior leadership, business stakeholders and suppliers.

Advanced presentation skills.

Self-starter with interpersonal skills.

Knowledge with Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.) and collaborative tools.

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred.

Certified Supply Management (CSM) preferred.

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSD) preferred.

Certified Professional in Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) preferred.

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