Procurement Sourcing Manager
Location: Monroe, LA - with a possibility for remote work.
Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?
As a Procurement Sourcing Manager at Drax, you will analyze spending within your area of responsibility and consolidate spending categories to create a sourcing and contracting plan for each category. You will assist in developing the scope for sourcing events and lead the end-to-end sourcing process, including contract negotiations. By collaborating with other sourcing leaders and procurement managers, you will optimize spending effectively. Additionally, you will provide market intelligence to stakeholders and address any contract or supplier disputes as necessary.
Why join Drax?
At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:
- A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
- Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
- Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
- A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.
Your Day-to-Day as a Procurement Sourcing Manager. You’ll be:
- Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, including the development of RFx documents, supplier communications, bid analysis, evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendations.
- Consolidate spending across various sites and categories.Identify cost drivers and translate them into savings opportunities.
- Prepare and execute sourcing strategies and contracting plans.
- Manage contract negotiations by collaborating with other support functions, such as legal, finance, and operations.
- Assist in contract management and dispute resolution to promote long-term, performance-based relationships with suppliers.
- Ensure strict compliance with procurement, legal, and other governance policies and frameworks.
What you’ll bring:
To excel in this vital role, you’ll need:
- Strong understanding of different contracting models, including sourcing best practices, cost modelling, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated ability in category management, contracting and supplier negotiations.
- Familiarity with Sourcing tools will be an added advantage.
- Ability to lead commercial negotiations and dispute resolutions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and collaborative skills
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams without formal authority.
- Must possess a strong mindset to adhere with documentation framework and policies
- Experience working in an industrial facility will be an added advantage.
- 5+ years’ experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance or Legal studies.
- This is an individual contributor role requiring regular visits to the office and/or manufacturing locations in the States of LA, MS and AL.
How we act at Drax:
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:
- We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
- We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
- We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
- We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
- We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.
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The Drax Resourcing team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via careers@drax.com to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.
