What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Procurement and Strategic Sourcing position at Teco Energy?
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Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments.
Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.
We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.
Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do.
Tampa Electric is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations.
The Mgr Procurement and Strategic Sourcing has responsibility to oversee the strategic sourcing processes, manage complex procurement activities, and develop and implement cost-saving strategies. Responsible for building and maintaining long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers while leading and mentoring a high-performing team. Uses experience in procurement, supplier relationship management (SRM), and leadership to drive process improvements and contribute to the company's overall success. Lead high-level negotiations and manage contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms, competitive pricing, and conditions to meet the company’s strategic goals.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of procurement professionals, ensuring high performance, development, and growth within the department.
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Oversee end-to-end procurement and sourcing strategies for key categories, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, market trends, and best practices.
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supplier Performance Monitoring & Contract Negotiation: Build, develop, and sustain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers, ensuring mutually beneficial partnerships. Address supplier performance issues, resolve conflicts, and manage supplier risks effectively. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), ensure compliance with contractual obligations and proactively address performance issues. Lead high-level negotiations and manage contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms, competitive pricing, and conditions to meet the company’s strategic goals.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Operations, Finance, Legal) to ensure procurement needs are met efficiently and effectively across the organization.
- Policy & Process Development: Lead the development and execution of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with both internal and external requirements.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze procurement data to track performance, identify trends, and make recommendations for continuous improvement and strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Innovation, Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization: Drive innovation within the procurement team, identifying and implementing new sourcing strategies, technologies, and methodologies to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Implement cost-reduction strategies, optimize supplier relationships, and identify opportunities for value creation while meeting budgetary and financial targets.
- Market & Industry Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging procurement best practices to ensure the company remains competitive and agile in its sourcing strategies.
SUPERVISION
Direct Supervision:Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Supervisor-1, Buyers, Sr. Buyers
Indirect Supervision:Procurement team members at large, business partners, outside contractors/consultants
Direct Supervision:Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Supervisor-1, Buyers, Sr. Buyers
Indirect Supervision:Procurement team members at large, business partners, outside contractors/consultants
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal:Interfaces with all levels of management in all company and corporate departments.
Key External:Interfaces with contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, external auditors, government agencies, and peers in the industry.
Key Internal:Interfaces with all levels of management in all company and corporate departments.
Key External:Interfaces with contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, external auditors, government agencies, and peers in the industry.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or a related field
Preferred: Master’s Degree
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred: Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Professional certifications (APICS, NCMA, ISM, etc.).
Preferred: Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Professional certifications (APICS, NCMA, ISM, etc.).
Experience
Required: 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
Required: 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
Supervisory Experience
Required: 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
Required: 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Expertise in supplier relationship management (SRM), including developing and maintaining strong supplier partnerships and managing supplier performance. Deep knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and supplier management. Extensive experience leading complex procurement processes, negotiating high-value contracts, and achieving favorable terms. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams effectively. Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions and identify opportunities for process optimization. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment and manage multiple priorities with a strategic focus.
Required: Expertise in supplier relationship management (SRM), including developing and maintaining strong supplier partnerships and managing supplier performance. Deep knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and supplier management. Extensive experience leading complex procurement processes, negotiating high-value contracts, and achieving favorable terms. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams effectively. Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions and identify opportunities for process optimization. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment and manage multiple priorities with a strategic focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment with routine visits to field sites, company operations centers and warehouses. Occasional visits to vendor manufacturing facilities.
Normal office environment with routine visits to field sites, company operations centers and warehouses. Occasional visits to vendor manufacturing facilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for site visits.
- Must be able to independently operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
- Must be able to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time.
LI-SAC
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
