IT And Indirect Strategic Sourcing Manager

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for an IT & Indirect Strategic Sourcing Manager

This role will be based at the Headquarters in Lake Mary, FL.

SUMMARY

Mitsubishi Power Americas is a major power generation equipment and storage solutions provider for the energy industry. IT and indirect strategic sourcing management is a strategic approach to procurement that aims to optimize the value and performance of a group of related products or services.

In this role, you are responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering savings and benefits for our organization. This individual will identify strategic suppliers in the IT space supporting our power generation equipment and lead cross- functional evaluations to determine the best overall supplier product or service fit for the Mitsubishi Power Turbine solution. This individual will recommend and work with internal groups to implement strategic supplier agreements, partnerships, or potential investments in coordination with business approval processes. Main category focus for this position will be IT and indirect procurement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and execute procurement strategies to meet the company's IT needs, including software, hardware, and services.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, and legal departments, to understand requirements and align procurement activities with organizational goals
Monitor and track procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of IT products and services in accordance with project timelines and budget constraints.
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in IT procurement to continuously improve procurement processes and drive cost savings.
Assist in the development of procurement metrics and KPIs to measure performance and identify areas for IT cost improvement.
Manage IT Vendor Performance by tracking performance and commitments for major IT contracts; will need to review selected IT vendor performance and evaluate vendors beyond operational measures to improved vendor performance through formal improvement plans.
Support and implement 5 year ecosystem supplier strategy, capacity, capability aligned with BU and partners.
Develop and manage relationship with power generation equipment advanced technology suppliers, evaluating both current state of the art, and future technologies in early stage development;
Lead supplier evaluations with cross-functional teams covering multiple aspects including product fit and value added, technical evaluation, manufacturing capacity, risk evaluation, quality, cost competitiveness, Intellectual Property position, etc.
One of the core skills is the ability to analyze data, such as market research, spend analysis, supplier performance, and stakeholder feedback. You must identify patterns, trends, risks, and opportunities that can inform your sourcing decisions and commodity plans. As required, communicate your findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to your stakeholders and suppliers, using visual tools and dashboards when appropriate.
Implement cost-out ideas and drive toward standardization.
As a commodity manager, you are responsible for negotiating contracts and agreements with your suppliers, as well as managing the ongoing relationship with them. You need to be able to establish trust and rapport with your suppliers, while also ensuring that you achieve the best possible terms and conditions for our organization. You need to be able to balance the interests and expectations of both parties, and to resolve any conflicts or issues that may arise. You also need to be able to leverage your market intelligence, your supplier performance data, and your stakeholder support to create win-win outcomes.
Identify vendors to Bid highly technical commodities meeting criteria of price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates;
Review long range forecast and usage cycle of strategic equipment to create a procurement strategy;
Create value through relationship management, supplier excellence and development projects to reduce cost and lead time and work with other Mitsubishi group companies to find cost savings opportunities. This includes evaluating strategies such as sole sourcing, e-sourcing events, auctions, cross commodity and cross business unit bundling, and tactics for increased competition.
Work effectively with other people, both internally and externally, to achieve your objectives. You need to be able to engage and influence your stakeholders and to understand their needs and priorities. You need to be able to collaborate and coordinate with other category managers, procurement professionals, and cross-functional teams, and to share best practices and insights. You also need to be able to build and maintain strong relationships with your suppliers, and to foster innovation and continuous improvement to drive value through total cost of ownership.
As a category manager, you are expected to lead and drive the performance of your category, and to deliver value and results for your organization. You need to be able to set clear and realistic goals and objectives, and to monitor and measure your progress and achievements. You need to be able to motivate and inspire your team, your stakeholders, and your suppliers, and to provide feedback and recognition. You also need to be able to demonstrate accountability and integrity, and to act as a role model and a champion for procurement excellence.
Present category strategy to senior leadership.
Performs risk analysis and other data analysis of supply chain;
Develops detailed plans to mitigate risk and meet supply chain goals;
Represent Mitsubishi Power in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers;
Maintains supplier KPI's;
Monitor supplier production capacity and establish buyer capacity plans
Work with Buyers and overall Supply Chain Team to resolve conflicts as required;
Develops, evaluates and refines highly complex commercial and technical bids
Negotiates terms and conditions, contracts and bid proposals and ensures these areas are reviewed with buyer and all stakeholders;
Writes and distributes highly technical bid invitations or requests for proposal, receives and analyzes quotes, bids, and proposals, and review with Buyer and other stakeholders for awards of contract;
Establishes blanket purchase agreements with vendors setting dollar limitations and time of contract limitations;
Expected to lead or supervise the activities of others;
Travel up to 20%;
Perform other such duties as may be required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
Participate in proactive team efforts and leadership to achieve departmental, company, and individual goals and objectives.
Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels.
Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for the benefit of 3rd parties.
Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

Experience with IT contracts is important as well as being comfortable with negotiating, pricing, terms, and service level agreements.
Deep understanding of IT products and services, including IT hardware, enterprise software, data centers, MSPs, IT security and cloud storage is a plus.
Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) is preferred.
Proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects and negotiating contracts with IT vendors.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university (MBA Preferred); and Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on IT software, hardware, services, and IT consulting engagements.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, engineering drawings, engineering specifications for material, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills: Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and basic database.
Management Skills: Ability to effectively communicate job task, goals and projects to global sourcing staff as well as manage and delegate when necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee's working environment maybe loud. The employee may be required to adhere to MHPSA and customer safety procedures including but not limited to, the use of personal protection equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, goggles, hearing and fall protection).

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
Committed to quality product and services.
Great working environment and culture.
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.