Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
UrencoJoin us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility located in Eunice, NM, is the only large-scale commercial uranium enrichment facility in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on-site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy. Summary of Responsibilities Site/ Local: Support the Site Procurement Organization in the development of a professional Procurement Function and assume all commercial aspects of the acquisition of goods and services within a given category of spend for the UUSA operation. Work with relevant customers/stakeholders and Procurement Manager in the development and execution of the customer aligned and integrated category plan(s). Global: Develop and deliver long term sustainable value from UUSA’s external spend within defined category of expenditure in alignment with Group plans. As a member of a global category team, actively contribute to the development and execution of the category plan and associated projects in order to derive optimal value from the supply chain and the dissemination of best practice within URENCO. Education and Experience Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree 7+ years of procurement experience including 3+ years supplier management experience and 2+ years’ experience strategic procurement and category management Experience sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers for operating expenses (OpEx), facilities maintenance and related services. Must maintain Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) Certification or obtain and maintain Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Certification or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Certification Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree 10+ years’ experience in procurement/supply chain management Job Details Work Location : Eunice, NM - Hybrid 75/25 Work Schedule : 9/80 professional work schedule, some nights/weekends may be required Travel Required : 10% of the time or less as required. Security Clearance Requirement : CAA Access and a L or Q level security clearance. Emergency Response Requirements: Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duty may be required; including being on-call (24/7) during your designated team duty week. Work Environment : Radiological exposure expectations of < 100 mrem/yr. General Office, Plant Production Areas. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc. Primary Functions Sourcing/Category Management Closely liaise with the Group Category Management Teams to ensure that best practices are shared across the company and that UUSA plans are fully aligned with Group plans Lead the development of medium to long term UUSA Category Plans to provide clarity on the vision, strategy, and implementation processes ensuring value delivery (lower costs, mitigated risk, supply assurance) through detailed understanding of business requirements, supply market dynamics, and TCO impacts. Complete projects in accordance with strategic alliances to drive optimal value in supplier deliveries based on program, schedule, and budget, at minimum Deliver the annual Procurement Value Plan through category plan project realization and support to business partner nominated projects to meet site needs Share knowledge of new and modified products/services in collaboration with relevant stakeholders Anticipate risks to ensure they are appropriately identified and managed on behalf of URENCO and its interests Lead supplier visits and surveillances to evaluate potential and existing suppliers and ensure they comply with URENCO procedures and policies, fostering mutually rewarding relationships Advise/Lead on bid ev…