Manager, Procurement

The manager initiates and improves the efforts of Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline (“SSCGP”) Procurement department to achieve lowest total cost of ownership and operational excellence. This position enhances the acquisition of goods, material and equipment, by serving as an enterprise focal point for the development, implementation, and management of all procurement activities, ensuring compliance with relevant SSCGP Procurement Policies and Procedures. Duties include planning, scheduling, initiating, monitoring, and quality assurance of all procurement activities. The role in the development of acquisition strategies requires close collaboration with various departments, including field operations, technical services, reliability, project management, and business development. Facilitates the transfer of best practices and continuous improvement processes and practices for achieving transactional excellence. Exhibits subject matter expertise regarding Procure to Pay (“P2P”) processes.

Primary responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Procurement department, related processes, standard operating procedures, policies, business narratives and business continuity plan
• Demonstrating strong leadership and managerial competencies including all pay for performance duties, team training, and development
• Setting work objectives and departmental goals aligned with SSCGP and Supply Chain Services' strategies and initiatives
• Directing, supervising, and supporting staff with their duties, assignments, and overall responsibilities
• Managing and reviewing documents for the procurement of all goods, materials, equipment, fleet and heavy equipment for SSCGP and ensuring compliance with SSCGP policies including Delegation of Authority policy
• Oversight of the fleet management process to minimize the total cost of ownership for all fleet and heavy equipment while satisfying operating and safety needs
• Establishing bid standards and preparing procurement documents to solicit bids for the purchase and /or lease of goods, materials, and equipment
• Managing the preparation of solicitation documents and offers for goods and equipment
• Conducting (or manages the process for) the evaluations of proposals, offers, and bids in accordance with SSCGP policy while selecting the best supplier in accordance with solicitation requirements and Purchasing Policy
• Ensuring Procure to Pay (P2P) and compliance records are maintained, and purchase orders are documented from creation to completion
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure successful and efficient P@P efforts including the identification of qualified suppliers and manufacturers
• Coordinating routinely with other departments to assure effective and timely coordination and teamwork in procuring goods, materials, and equipment to customer specifications and requirements
• Providing procurement research, guidance, and direction by presenting available procurement options
• Incorporating best practices and market research into procurement practices to ensure SSCGP obtains the best possible value
• Exhibiting a strong sense of urgency to maintain high personal performance while making decisions and allocating resources in a cost-efficient manner
• Manage the departmental expense budget and monthly forecasting duties to ensure overall expense budget execution
• Provide direction and oversight for all day-to-day activities associated with Company fleet and heavy equipment efforts including the annual capital budget
• Oversee DOT (IRP Registration) and driver file compliance including management of third-party compliance program and audits

Expediting:

• Expediting purchases and assuring suppliers deliver goods and materials in accordance with standards for price, time, quantity, and quality agreed upon or as required by Company engineering and technical specifications

Supplier Relations:

• Identifying suppliers that satisfy SSCGP’s contracting and purchasing requirements
• Maintaining positive supplier and manufacturer relations
• Support efforts related to the Company's Approved Manufactures List (AML)

Category Management:

• Understanding the value proposition and challenge status quo regarding materials, specifications, origins etc. to deliver value improvements
• Leading the business in defining and delivering clear and compelling Category Strategies for any named Material Categories, which underpin the wider business strategies (refresh and update these strategies as required)
• Leveraging growing business volumes and strong market share to deliver competitive advantage to SSCGP Supply Chain
• Planning and executing negotiations for both formal tenders and ad-hoc activities, ensuring that the Business obtains best value on all spend

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lieu of
• 6+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, legal, risk mitigation, engineering, or relevant field
• Knowledge of category management in pipe, valve, and fittings, instrumentation categories, fleet and heavy equipment
• Knowledge of commodities associated with finished products and the pricing mechanisms driving fluctuations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with business partners
• Ability to travel up to 20% by car and/or plane

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, legal, risk mitigation, engineering, or relevant field
• 10+ years of progressive experience, including leadership roles
• Experience with contract negotiations including contractual terms and conditions
• Experience with Project Procurement Management
• Experience developing and overseeing standard operating procedures
• Proficient in Oracle or other ERP systems

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word), or related software
• Ability to collaborate with others and problem-solve as needed
• Ability to show concern and empathy for others
• Ability to lead and challenge a team
• Ability to work independently