SCM Category Manager

SCM Category Manager This position will be located in Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL.

SUMMARY This position works within the Supply Chain Management organization to support the Generation Business Unit 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. 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.

QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Technology, Finance, or other relevant technical discipline preferred  Education or experience in contracts  Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus  Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) is a plus Experience: At least 2 years of progressive Supply Chain Management experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier relationship management, or related disciplines Previous category management experience required. Competitive bidding, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation experience required. Demonstrated success developing and implementing category strategies that deliver measurable business value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, operational efficiencies, supplier performance improvements, innovation, and process standardization. Experience leading enterprise-wide or program-based category initiatives that drive system-wide impact across large, complex organizations, preferably within utility, power generation, industrial manufacturing, energy, or other asset-intensive environments. Proven ability to develop category strategies that align with business objectives and support long-term operational, reliability, and financial goals. Experience building strategic partnerships and influencing stakeholders across multiple business functions and leadership levels. Experience managing complex categories with significant annual spend responsibility preferred. Project management experience is a plus. Experience working within renewable energy categories (solar, wind, battery storage, hydro, etc.) is a plus. Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of supply markets and purchasing principles  Professional written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of contract terminology  Facilitation skills  Proven negotiation skills   Excellent project management  Strong skill in use of Microsoft Office  Comprehensive knowledge of SCM  Financial acumen and demonstrated aptitude in analytics KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 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.   Supervises, plans, manages, and assumes complete responsibility for all activities and processes associated with the categories assigned, potential categories include solar, wind, battery storage, hydro or other assigned categories. 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).  Typically manages between $100M - $300M in annual spend Leads negotiations, oversees all stages of strategic procurement. Helps facilitate supplier performance measurement and collaborates with key suppliers to identify potential areas for improvement. Manages and identifies supplier alliance opportunities. Supports internal utility Business Unit's