Strategic Supply Chain Specialist, MC

We're looking for a full-time, staff Strategic Supply Chain Specialist, MC to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Port Gibson, MS.The Strategic Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for strategically sourcing, negotiating & procuring goods/services and cradle-to-grave subcontract administration to support MC scopes of work. This position leads and manages the initiatives to drive the entire sourcing lifecycle including but not limited to BEA (Bid, Evaluate & Award), planning, requests for quotation, bid evaluations, supplier selection, quality, compliance and other related sourcing activities for EPC/Cm and M&M scopes. The Strategic Supply Chain Specialist establishes and manages supplier and subcontractor relationships.

• Manages full Sourcing lifecycle from preparation of the Recommended Bidder's List (RBL), issues RFQs (Request for Quote), receives and evaluates bids, prepares Competitive Bid Evaluation (CBE), conducts supplier negotiations, issues POs, administrates change orders and PO/Subcontract closeout; Ensures Material Status Reports (MSR) and Project Status Reports are updated in a timely manner including current status of RFQ's, PO's, supplier data, committed delivery dates and receipt of equipment/material and subcontract deliverables; Serves as the Supply Chain lead for Project meetings including Kick Off's, Project Status and Level Reviews as required.
• Collaborates and performs as a strategic partner to the business group to ensure qualified suppliers are selected for RFP & RFQ processes; Develops and leads the sourcing strategy & Procurement/Subcontract Plans in conjunction with the business group to support project schedules; Facilitates and attends supplier meetings and client facilities as required; Assists Supply Chain leadership in preparation of labor estimates, attends supplier meetings and visits client facilities as requested.
• Engages in timely communication with Operations, Project Management, Estimating, et al, to ensure all appropriate stakeholders are informed of potential concerns with scheduled deadlines/deliverables and leads the efforts to mitigate potential impacts; Communicates efficiently and effectively with Business Group and Supply Chain leadership.
• Leads supplier relationship management, successfully driving supplier development, engagement, and communication on behalf of the business group; Identifies and develops relationships with diverse suppliers who align with business group strategies; Excels in problem resolution efforts, conflict management and project management.
• Drives competitiveness through pricing negotiations. Creates and leads mitigation plans for identified areas of risk. Implements cost saving measures, while also enhancing operating efficiencies. Drives contract terms and conditions management.

• Ability to prioritize workload to support internal/external customer requirements, effectively manage competing priorities, utilizes resources to accomplish tasks efficiently and to support project schedules in a matrixed organization.
• Strong sourcing, negotiating, organizational, verbal & written communication skills to include change and conflict management, leadership and program management skills.
• Proficient with organizational, analytical and decision-making skills to include change and conflict management and program management skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and SAP/ERP systems.
• Experience in Engineering and Construction industry and knowledge of Supply Chain trends for various EPC/Cm / M&M industries.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience
• CPSM preferred
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of drug and background screening process.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $80,640.00 - $120,960.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite.