Strategic Sourcing Manager

The Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) will report directly into the Project Management Office (PMO) and will provide leadership, tactical day-to-day, and strategic support to Client Renewable Energy and Client Recycling (Client RA) investment projects. The support will specifically be centered on vendor management, contracts negotiation and maintenance, change-order management, and coordinating purchasing activities (such as issuing purchase orders). Contracts will range from commercial agreements for off-take of energy and commodities, to master professional and service agreements related to products and professional services to support the needs of Client RE and Client RA capital-funded construction programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees and participates in the procurement of materials, components, and services, ensuring price value and stability, consistent quality, and expeditious delivery.
Guides, assists, and negotiates to satisfactory conclusion important or major purchasing contracts.
Researches and develops competent suppliers of high quality components by overseeing and participating in the preparation of bids, proposals, or other informational requests. Evaluates requested materials and makes recommendations.
Reviews and evaluates the relations of purchasing personnel with existing suppliers.
Recommends methods of communications, problem resolution, or proposal planning.
Contacts suppliers regarding large or recurring material problems and resolves issues.
Oversees and participates in the general development of testing and evaluation techniques used to evaluate supplier material and supplier and operations quality.
Oversees and participates in the liaison with other departments regarding technical product changes and problems, required adjustments, future strategic objectives, etc.
Participates in the development and implementation of systems which measure, track, and analyze supplier and material effectiveness, price, and reliability.
Works with other department managers to develop factors to be considered and results to be used.
Participates in the research, development, and design of long-range strategic objectives. Works with other departmental managers in the laying out and planning of potential future operational changes.
Participates in and coordinates internal programs, such as communications, vacation schedules, job analysis and evaluation, employee performance reviews, wage administration, etc.
Maintains currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed.

Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Technology,
5 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (desirable)
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) certification (desirable)
Contract & Negotiation experience
Strong MS Excel, Dashboarding/Reporting experience, Coupa or ERP

Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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