JOB SUMMARY 

This position leads a team of Buyers and is responsible for working with Category Management to issue purchasing transactions for business units in support of Southern Company business units. This position will report to the SCM Transaction Manager and leads direct reports to ensure day to day execution of procurement transactions are completed in a timely manner including processing Purchase Requisitions (PR), Request for Quotations (RFQ), review of offers upon receipt from bidders, cost & price analysis, negotiations in accordance with company policies and procedures, risk assessment, maintenance of priced line-item contracts and issuance of purchase orders. Reviews direct report's work to ensure that all terms and conditions are met, and any problems are identified or resolved/mitigated in a timely manner.  

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

 

Education 

Bachelor's degree in business or management highly preferred.  Advanced degree, a plus  Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM); or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), a plus. 

 

Experience 

Previous supervisory skills over staff, major projects or initiatives desired Minimum of five years of experience with sourcing or contracts

 

Knowledge and Skills 

 In depth knowledge of Supply Chain policies and procedures, as well as comprehensive 

knowledge of the SoCo Contract Manual

 Comprehensive knowledge of principles for purchasing transactions

 Comprehensive knowledge of SCM Technology

 Proven analytical skills to evaluate metrics, perform trend analysis, market research, and pricing

 strategies 

Must be able to demonstrate general principles for bidding techniques, cost and price analysis, as 

well as negotiations

 Must be able to demonstrate effective communication (both verbal and written) skills with the 

ability to interface with customers, engineers, suppliers and executives, at all levels 

Excellent problem solving and organizational skills required

Must demonstrate strong internal customer focus and commitment to customer value

 Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with short "turn around" times and handle

multiple activities, Supply Chain requests and customers simultaneously.

 

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

Job Responsibilities will include but not be limited to performance management, workforce planning, Category Management support initiatives, workload assignment, directing the daily activities of other Buyers. 

 

Other responsibilities include: 

 

Managing the activities of direct reports in support of Supply Chain requirements.   Ensure risk mitigation for all companies.  Safety Initiatives along with site specific requirements for plant locations supported.     Ensure the integrity of the Sourcing Process through strict adherence to Supply Chain Policies and Procedures.  Work with all customers to establish and manage procurement transactions across the system to support Supply Chain strategic initiatives.  Engage staff to identify performance expectations to meet job expectations, demonstrate Our Values, and in meeting career and job specific skills, knowledge through effective development behaviors and performance.   Actively supports the career development of employees by seeking new challenges to strengthen their professional abilities. Building strong business practices and relationships with peers in Supply Chain Management and customers system wide.  Actively support in the development of Supply Chain tools and technology