What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing and Contract Specialist I position at AltaGas?
AltaGas is someone with a passion and interest in procurement, strategic sourcing and supply chain management to fill a Strategic Sourcing and Contract Specialist I role within our Supply Chain Management (SCM) team. You will support and learn alongside one or more senior Category Managers with responsibility for ensuring our internal partners have the necessary goods and services needed to run the business effectively and efficiently and deliver value for our customers and stakeholders.
AltaGas, a Canadian corporation, is a leading North American infrastructure company that connects customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy. We operate a diversified, lower-risk, high-growth Utilities and Midstream business that is focused on delivering resilient and durable value for our stakeholders.
While you will primarily support the US Utilities segment of our business, currently comprised of Washington Gas Light Company (WGL) and SEMCO, it is part of our broader, shared services SCM team within the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) organization. This position is based out of the WGL Springfield Operations Center in Northern Virginia. It is a hybrid role, currently requiring at least 3 days a week in the office.
You Will:
- Be involved with collaborative planning and sourcing strategy development; tactical and strategic sourcing for spend categories assigned, including single vendor selection processes and supporting more complex Request for Proposal (RFPs) with multiple bidders; price, risk and value analysis; negotiations, contracting, change order and general contract administration and management; investigation and resolution of issues within the procure-to-pay (P2P) process; supplier relationship management (SRM), and; internal stakeholder management.
- Responsibilities will increase over time based on experience and performance.
- Initial responsibilities will be more supportive and tactical in nature as you learn the business, processes, policies and procedures, supply base, business partners and the company structure.
You Have:
Bachelor's Degree (Business, Finance or Supply Chain Management focus preferred)
0-2 years of relevant experience (on-the-job training provided)
Passion, interest and /or experience in procurement, strategic sourcing and SCM as a career
Ability to think analytically, listen, be curious and ask good questions
Collaborates, develops and maintains good working relationships with teammates, business partners and supplier contacts
Takes initiative, able to prioritize, manage their time, and support multiple projects
Strong written and oral communication skills, able to present to small groups
Pays attention to details, notices inconsistencies and potential risks
A problem solver
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $94,250 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply
Why work at AltaGas?
AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions - from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.
We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers' homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.
To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emd
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $65,000 - $94,250
