category lead, strategic sourcing - finance operations Jobs in Atlanta

category lead, strategic sourcing - finance operations

category sourcing manager Jobs in Atlanta

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sourcing and procurement manager Jobs in Atlanta

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sr. manager- procurement & supply chain management Jobs in Atlanta

sr. manager- procurement & supply chain management

category lead strategic sourcing finance operations

Emory University

<div>Discover Your Career at Emory University:
<div>
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.</div>
Description:
<div>
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing, leads the development and implementation of the category profile and strategy for assigned categories in collaboration with stakeholders across the Emory community that meet their business needs and create value for the University; this includes creating an internal profile, external profile, recommended strategic direction for the category, discrete value creation opportunities and methods to achieve the cost reduction opportunities.</div><div></div><div><br>
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:</div><ul><li>
Develops, executes and manages sourcing events and supplier negotiations leading to contract award in collaboration with stakeholders across the Emory community.
</li><li>Leads the implementation of awarded contracts including supplier enablement and buying channel enablement; in collaboration with Marketing and Communications resources, guides the development of stakeholder communications to support the implementation.
</li><li>Manages on-going supplier relationships for assigned categories in collaboration with stakeholders across the Emory community.
</li><li>Conducts a Quarterly Business Review working sessions with key suppliers and key stakeholders and completes the annual supplier evaluation process and executes formal supplier development plans based on supplier performance and stakeholder input.
</li><li>On-going category management activities include serving as the lead for a cross-functional strategic team that includes representation from internal customers, finance and suppliers to drive continuous improvement in the assigned categories; developing/strengthening internal customer relationships for assigned categories; serving as the point person for issue escalation and resolution relating to suppliers, pricing, continuous improvement and contract/agreement interpretation; driving contract compliance; providing relevant reports to stakeholders to provide transparency and opportunities for improvements.
</li><li>Performs related responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul><div>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
</div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field and three years of procurement, business management or related experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
</li><li>CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) preferred.
</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or equivalent strongly preferred.
</li><li>Knowledge of the overall purchasing process, strategic sourcing, and procurement related systems and supplier relationship management.
</li><li>Strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills including the ability to structure, collect, analyze, and communicate internal/external data or information in an organized manner.
</li><li>Strong project management skills.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and non-verbal communications, listening skills, negotiation, problem solving, decision making and assertiveness) and presentation skills.
</li><li>Strong written communication skills.</li></ul><p>
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.</p>
Additional Details:
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Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).</div><div><br>
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.</div></div>

Category Lead, Strategic Sourcing - Finance Operations

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

<div><div><b>SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div>
<div>The Procurement Manager is responsible for category management and leading procurement initiatives across the Tropical Smoothie Cafe system. This includes supplier qualification, price negotiation, landed cost analysis, and contract management. This role also leads strategic sourcing efforts to drive cost savings while ensuring quality and supply continuity. The Procurement Manager will oversee more than $250MM in annual spend and support cross-functional initiatives across operations, marketing, culinary, and finance. This position reports to the Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations.</div>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></div>
<ul><li>Lead sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to evaluate and award supplier partnerships</li>
<li>Identify and execute cost savings opportunities without compromising product quality</li>
<li>Conduct landed cost analysis and build models to compare sourcing scenarios</li>
<li>Qualify, select, and support onboarding of new supplier partners</li>
<li>Monitor industry trends, commodity markets, and macroeconomic indicators to guide sourcing strategies</li>
<li>Serve as the internal expert on cost structures, supplier capabilities, and procurement best practices</li>
<li>Provide business case support and rationale for all sourcing recommendations</li>
<li>Conduct regular supplier business reviews to evaluate spend, performance, and innovation opportunities</li>
<li>Participate in S&amp;OP planning and align supplier production with demand forecasts</li>
<li>Build strong relationships with key supplier contacts and internal stakeholders</li>
<li>Develop and negotiate service level agreements and other contractual terms</li>
<li>Manage contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance and timely renewals</li>
<li>Mitigate supply risk by identifying and testing alternate sources of supply</li>
<li>Support rollout of new tools and processes that enhance sourcing efficiency</li>
<li>Leverage historical data and usage trends to inform procurement timing and strategies</li>
<li>Communicate sourcing decisions and impacts to internal teams and franchisees</li>
<li>Adhere and manage our contract management tool</li>
<li>Partner with Legal, R&amp;D, QA, and Operations to drive innovation and alignment</li>
<li>Act as a leader and mentor within the Supply Chain team</li>
<li>Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support business needs</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>REQUIRED EXPERIENCE</b></div>
<ul><li>5+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or strategic sourcing</li>
<li>Experience sourcing perishable or food products</li>
<li>Foodservice, QSR, or Fast Casual industry experience strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or related field</li>
</ul><div><b>CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE</b></div>
<ul><li>Strong understanding of contract negotiation including pricing, food safety, and technical terms</li>
<li>Experience leading competitive bid processes (RFx)</li>
<li>Knowledge of commodity markets and cost structures</li>
<li>Ability to assess currency impacts and macroeconomic trends</li>
<li>Proficiency in strategic sourcing tools and techniques</li>
<li>Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite</li>
<li>Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li>
<li>CPM, CPSM, or PMP certifications a plus</li>
</ul><div><b>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li>Up to 10% travel to support business initiatives and supplier engagement</li></ul></div>

Procurement Manager

<div></div><div><div>The Category Sourcing Manager (&ldquo;CSM&rdquo;) is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate sourcing initiatives for a variety of direct and indirect categories, depending on expertise. CSM will perform complex data analysis to identify new sourcing &amp; other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&amp;A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure Fit-outs and Data Connectivity. CSM is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs &amp; communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. CSM will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within organization.</div><div></div><div>
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties as assigned.</div><ul><li> Lead ongoing category management activities within assigned scope of spend categories to achieve business objectives and benefit targets</li><li> Drive development of supplier and industry category profiles and strategies to a &ldquo;best in class&rdquo; Supply-Chain for data center providers</li><li> Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities</li><li> Coordinate Facilities&rsquo; purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centers</li><li> Lead supplier selection &amp; recommendation activities including qualitative/quantitative analysis, selection criteria, long/short lists, RFI/RFP development, and bid analysis</li><li> Develop and execute sourcing strategies for highest spend, greatest complexity, and most critical/strategic categories</li><li> Provide strategic guidance to profiles and Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisions</li><li> Develop implementation strategy, responsibility assignments, communications plans, and timeline</li><li> Lead implementation activities for categories with critical impacts to business and internal customers</li><li> Monitor compliance with supplier agreements related to high spend scope area</li><li> Develop long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements</li><li> Conduct thorough spend analysis, develop methodology and metrics tools to track progress</li><li> Negotiate, review, and execute implementation of contractual arrangements per company policy and business objectives</li><li> Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimizes indirect sourcing and procurement work practices</li><li> Builds relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements and specifications from departments and category subject matter experts</li><li> Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs</li><li> Drive value through innovation and collaboration with strategic suppliers and internal customers</li></ul><div></div><div>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience</li><li>
Seven or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain</li><li>
Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management</li><li>
Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts</li><li>
Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization</li><li>
Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements</li><li>
Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience</li></ul><div></div><div>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
MBA or Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain</li><li>
Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider)</li><li>
Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM)</li></ul><div></div><div>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</div><ul><li>
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.</li><li>
Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.</li><li>
Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.</li><li>
Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.</li><li>
Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems</li><li>
Self-motivated and goal driven</li></ul><div></div><div>
TOTAL REWARDS</div><ul><li>
This role is also eligible for a competitive bene&#64257;ts package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; &#64258;exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene&#64257;ts.</li><li>
This position is bonus eligible</li></ul><div></div><div>
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information &amp; Testing, Family &amp; Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.</div><div></div><div>
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Category Sourcing Manager

TK Elevator

<div><b>Group Presentation</b><p><br>
With customers in over 100 countries served by more than 50,000 employees, TK Elevator achieved sales of around &euro;9 billion in fiscal year 2022/2023. We ensure high levels of customer service globally from our extensive network of about 1,000 locations. Over the past several decades, TK Elevator has established itself as one of the world&rsquo;s leading elevator companies and became independent after separation from the thyssenkrupp group in August 2020. The company&rsquo;s most important business line is the service business proudly provided by around 25,000 service technicians. The product portfolio ranges from standardized elevators for low-rise residential buildings to highly customized solutions for skyscrapers. In addition, it covers escalators, moving walks, passenger boarding bridges and stair and platform lifts. Integrated cloud-based solutions, such as the MAX platform, are delivering enhanced services. With these digital offerings, there are no longer any limits to urban mobility. TKE &ndash; move beyond.</p><b><br>
What we expect</b><p><b><br>
The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!</b></p>
<p><b>
TK Elevator </b>is currently seeking an experienced <b>Sr. Manager- Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Management located</b> in <b>Atlanta, GA.</b></p>
<p>
Responsible for leading sourcing strategy and supplier management across a wide range of indirect spend categories, including travel, facilities, professional services, and<br>
corporate operations. This role will partner closely with key stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities, negotiate strategic agreements, and implement sourcing solutions that drive value, reduce risk, and support the company&rsquo;s overall transformation initiatives.</p>
<p>
The ideal candidate brings deep sourcing expertise, exceptional negotiation skills, strong analytical capability, and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. This position requires a strategic thinker who can operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and influence decisions across multiple functional areas.</p>
<p><b>
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives for assigned indirect categories, including strategy development, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution.</li>
<li>Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into sourcing strategies that align with company objectives.</li>
<li>Conduct comprehensive spend analyses, market research, and benchmarking to identify cost-saving and value creation opportunities.</li>
<li>Negotiate multi-year agreements focused on total cost of ownership, service quality, and long-term supplier performance.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and functional leaders to ensure contract governance, risk mitigation, and budget alignment.</li>
<li>Provide detailed sourcing analytics, performance reporting, and executive presentations highlighting progress, savings, and market insights.</li>
<li>Support enterprise programs such as supplier diversity, sustainability, and strategic transformation initiatives.</li>
<li>Mentor and support sourcing team members to develop category expertise and ensure consistency in sourcing practices.</li>
</ul><br>
<b>Who we are looking for</b><p><b><br>
EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline; MBA preferred.</li>
<li>8&ndash;12 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with at least 7 years managing indirect categories.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success implementing sourcing strategies in a complex, fast-changing environment.</li>
<li>Experience leading supplier negotiations and managing multimillion-dollar spend portfolios across indirect spend areas.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and data interpretation abilities.</li>
<li>Proficiency with Power BI and e-sourcing tools (e.g., Jaggaer)</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and project management skills; ability to influence across levels and functions.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier relationships in diverse indirect spend areas.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and financial acumen, including cost modeling, TCO analysis, and data-driven decision-making.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and align cross-functional teams and senior leadership.</li>
<li>Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li>
<li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, modeling, data analysis) and PowerPoint (executive presentations).</li>
<li>Familiarity with e-sourcing and spend analytics tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer) preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>CPSM, CSCP, or C.P.M certification, highly preferred</li>
<li>LEED Green Associate or TRUE Advisor certification is a plus</li>
</ul><br>
<b>Contact</b><p><br>
To apply to a position, please click on the <b>Apply Now</b> button.</p>
<p>
For any additional questions or job specific requests, please use the contact
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below and include the Job Requisition Number as a reference.</p>
<p>
Elevatorjobs.AMS@tkelevator.com</p><b><br>
What we offer</b><p><br>
Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered</p>
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li>
<li>Health savings account (HSA)</li>
<li>Supplemental medical plans</li>
<li>Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance</li>
<li>Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&amp;D</li>
<li>Optional life and AD&amp;D coverage</li>
<li>Optional spouse and dependent life insurance</li>
<li>Identity theft monitoring</li>
<li>Pet insurance</li>
<li>Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
<li>401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.</li>
</ul>
<p>Additional benefits include:</p>
<ul>
<li>15 days of vacation per year</li>
<li>11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)</li>
<li>Paid sick leave, per company policy</li>
<li>Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)</li>
</ul>
<p>Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.</p><b><br>
Additional information</b><p><br>
TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.</p>
<p>
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to email us directly at ElevatorJobs.ams@tkelevator.com or call 1-844-427-5461.</p><br>
Job Reference: US_901745_ET_TKELECP12669</div>

Sr. Manager- Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Georgia-Pacific

<div><b>Your Job</b><p>
We are seeking a Category Buyer - Packaging &amp; Unitizing for our Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement organization within Georgia-Pacific. As a part of our Strategic Sourcing and Procurement organization, the Category Buyer reports to the Sourcing Execution Leader. You will be responsible for procurement of packaging &amp; unitizing materials across Georgia Pacific ensuring adherence to category strategy. You must be self-directed, work with a high sense of urgency, and possess the ability to solve problems and collaborate with other disciplines to meet the needs of operations. You will be asked to continuously improve the process and drive efficiencies across the enterprise.
</p><p>This role is based at either GP Center in downtown Atlanta, GA or an approved Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products facility. This role will require up to 10% travel.</p><p><b>
Our Team</b></p><p>
Georgia-Pacific's Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement (SS&amp;P) organization is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of critical materials and services supporting over 140 facilities nationwide. Our team drives value through category management, supplier partnerships, and innovative process improvements. Join us during an exciting transformation as we build new capabilities, improve efficiencies, and capture significant savings.</p><p><b>
What You Will Do</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Support the strategic vision for sourcing and purchasing across Georgia-Pacific.
</li><li>Collaborate with strategic sourcing, operations and other supporting capabilities to understand and support their priorities. Execute the strategy associated with Packaging &amp; Unitizing to drive value to the bottom line.
</li><li>Manage the ordering process to ensure accurate purchase orders, proactively engage with suppliers to ensure on time delivery, and expedite when necessary.
</li><li>Ensure supply to facilities while continuously improving the process to a standardized approach.
</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Packaging &amp; Unitizing space.
</li><li>Identify opportunities to transform procurement job functions through utilization of tools and technologies to become best in class.
</li><li>Implement processes to improve purchasing efficiencies and automation.
</li><li>Optimize working capital and manage on-hand inventory levels effectively.
</li><li>Engage with supply base and suppliers to foster collaboration and partnership.
</li><li>Connect with KBX and transportation partners to drive process efficiencies.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with all safety, purchasing, fiduciary, inventory and environmental policies and procedures.
</li></ul><p><b>Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations, OR high school diploma and 5+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations.
</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with expertise in pivot tables, lookup functions, data visualization tools, and PowerPoint.
</li><li>Experience building and managing relationships with suppliers.
</li><li>Willing to travel up to 10%.
</li></ul><p><b>What Will Put You Ahead</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, supply chain management, logistics or business administration.
</li><li>3+ years' experience with consumer products packaging.
</li><li>2+ years' experience with data analytics work, or the equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. python, query building, etc.).
</li><li>Experience applying lean principles to drive continuous improvement.
</li><li>Experience in analyzing processes and developing and implementing solutions.
</li><li>Experience in the manufacturing industry.
</li><li>Experience working in production and supply planning.
</li><li>Experience with specification-based pricing strategies and methodologies.
</li><li>Experience with ERP Systems (e.g. S4 Hana, AS8, MP2, etc.)
</li></ul><p>At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.</p><p><b>
Hiring Philosophy</b>
</p><p>All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .</p><p><b>
Who We Are</b>
</p><p>As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
</p><p>At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.</p><p><b>
Our Benefits</b>
</p><p>Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
</p><p>Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.</p><p><b>
Equal Opportunities
</b></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aqu&iacute; , or tu ).</p><p>
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Category Buyer - Packaging & Unitizing

Southern Company

<div><p><b>SCM Category Manager (Birmingham or Atlanta) - Technology</b></p>
<p><b>This position will be located in Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA.</b></p>
<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p>
<p>This position works within the Supply Chain Management organization to maximize the value that is delivered using a category management framework. The role collaborates with senior internal stakeholders, supply chain teams, and suppliers to use continuous improvement techniques to improve internal Business Unit and supply chain outcomes. This position will initially support one of the technology categories (IT professional services, software or hardware) but may be assigned other categories as necessary.</p>
<p>The role ensures Supply Chain Management is perceived as a positive, significant, value-adding partner to the business by providing solutions to business and operational supply chain challenges, improving processes to reduce total costs of ownership, and maintaining a strategic approach to procurement and supply management.</p>
<p><b>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS</b></p>
<p>Education:</p>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Technology, Finance, or other relevant technical discipline preferred</li>
<li>Education or experience in contracts</li>
<li>Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus</li>
<li>Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) is a plus
</li></ul><p>Experience:</p>
<ul><li>Competitive bidding/sourcing experience</li>
<li>Project management experience is a plus</li>
<li>Preferred: Demonstrated leadership with strategic partnerships</li>
<li>Previous category management experience a plus</li>
<li>Experience working on technology categories (IT professional services, software, hardware) is a plus
</li></ul><p>Knowledge &amp; Skills:</p>
<ul><li>Knowledge of supply markets and purchasing principles</li>
<li>Professional written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of contract terminology</li>
<li>Facilitation skills</li>
<li>Proven negotiation skills</li>
<li>Excellent project management</li>
<li>Strong skill in use of Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of SCM</li>
<li>Financial acumen and demonstrated aptitude in analytics</li>
</ul><p><b>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p>
<ul><li>Develops and executes category plans that identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, drive cost savings, manage risk, improve safety, drive innovation, and ensure the continuous development of categories managed.</li>
<li>Supervises, plans, manages, and assumes complete responsibility for all activities and processes associated with the categories assigned. Developing category profiles; conducting market research to identify new suppliers, to predict stresses on the supply base, and to manage pricing (e.g., index pricing and volume discounts).</li>
<li>Typically manages between $100M - $300M in annual spend</li>
<li>Leads negotiations, oversees all stages of strategic procurement.</li>
<li>Helps facilitate supplier performance measurement and collaborates with key suppliers to identify potential areas for improvement.</li>
<li>Manages and identifies supplier alliance opportunities.</li>
<li>Supports internal utility Business Unit's supplier management efforts.</li>
<li>Performs thorough analysis to support the development of category plans, including but not limited to meeting with internal customers to understand their needs, requirements, and plans; determining the impact of joint efforts on supplier KPIs; analyzing historical spend; forecasting future spend based on demand planning; building cost models; calculating total cost of ownership (TCO); creating supplier value.</li>
<li>Works with Business Unit clients to develop and manage tools necessary to track supplier performance (ex: scorecards).</li>
<li>Communicates supplier performance metrics to relevant stakeholders on a regular basis.</li>
<li>Interfaces with all levels of Supply Chain Management and Business Unit clients, including senior management.</li>
<li>Leads and participates in cross-functional teams, including representatives from Business Unit clients, Supplier Diversity, Technology Organization, and/or Legal.</li>
<li>Creates and implements development plans for suppliers who do not meet performance standards and resolves conflict between suppliers and the company.</li>
<li>Contributes as a member to the One SCM Category Management team by leveraging strengths to support fellow team members, sharing lessons learned, and engaging others to help in addressing knowledge or experience gaps</li>
</ul><p><b>BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES</b></p>
<ul><li>Demonstrate Southern Company Values &ndash; Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment</li>
<li>Safety focus and a strong personal safety record</li>
<li>Dedication to an accident-free work environment with strict adherence to all safety and compliance requirements</li>
<li>Must lead by example and ensure equity and fairness in interactions with others</li>
<li>Must conduct self in a manner that builds trust and confidence with coworkers, contractors, supervisors, and management</li>
<li>Ability to work within a team setting, including the ability to build and motivate a team toward a shared goal</li>
<li>Demonstrated initiative and creativity coupled with a strong customer service focus will be expected</li>
</ul><p><b>ADDITIONAL DETAILS</b></p>
<ul><li>No relocation assistance will be offered for this position, so if you do not already reside within a reasonable commute distance, you would be responsible for relocating at your own expense.</li>
<li>This position currently works a hybrid schedule with four (4) days in-office and one (1) day remote. This is subject to change at any given time at Company&rsquo;s discretion.</li>
</ul><p><b>About Southern Company</b></p>
<p>Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .</p>
<p>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 bene&#64257;ts will also be provided during the hiring process.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Job Identification: 15886</p>
<p>Job Category: Supply Chain</p>
<p>Job Schedule: Full time</p>
<p>Company: Southern Company Services</p></div><p></p>

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