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Lead Specialist - Sourcing

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P., Granite Heights, WI, United States


The Lead Specialist, Sourcing is responsible for developing sourcing strategies to reduce costs while developing an understanding of vendor spend. A successful candidate should have experience with sourcing events and category analysis. Experience in the fuel/midstream/energy space is also desired. The scope of the position will include execution of sourcing processes, contract & supplier management, development of supplier scorecards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead analysis, development and implementation of cost savings initiatives

Provide strategic inputs and supply market information to guide business decisions and act as a conduit for procurement activities

Coordinate negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance

Work with appropriate operations team to identify areas of opportunity

Quantify savings related to opportunity and work with business team to ensure savings are realized through vendor management and budget process

Conduct ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers are performing to contracted obligations and service levels

Lead the suppliers and stakeholders of the supply chain through effective engagement and communication by delivering supplier awareness programs

Solicit advice from manager regarding procurement processes and protocol and apply appropriate solutions to issues for stakeholders

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline or equivalent work experience

Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable

Proven record of driving cost savings throughout a complex organization

Ability to structure and manage complex projects

Service-oriented mindset, with a desire to ensure client satisfaction

Ability to think strategically, conceptually and analytically to assess problems, identify and consider potential solutions, and make timely recommendations

Years of work experience: 8+ years

Data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service

Business software applications: Microsoft Office, APTTUS/Agiloft or other contract management software, and SAP or other purchasing software

Working Conditions

Usually, normal office working conditions

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing

Occasional overnight travel may be required

Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment

Disclaimer
The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job where feasible.

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