Sr Manager, Sourcing Operations

47174 - Regular -

Representation: Management

Job code: 00001703

Pay information: 17 (Operations) / LEVEL 05

Hours of work (per week): 40 hr 7X12 operators

Shift work: No

Number of positions: 1

Town/City: Toronto, Ontario

Department: FINANCE & REGULATORY / SHARED SRVCS / PROJECTS

The candidate will take ownership of all Category Management Operations required by their client groups and implement all Policies and Procedures for Sourcing, Purchasing, Accounts Payable and Customer Service. . The Candidate will take ownership of increasing value realization and will focus on driving value for money to our customers and shareholders. Support the Director, Strategic Sourcing in effectively planning, managing, monitoring and controlling the execution of all end-to-end Supply Chain functions to service their designated lines of businesses or Category Segments. Conduct market & cost intelligence on key suppliers; establish a robust supplier and performance standard data set for the critical materials utilized in the Corporation. Establish the supplier selection criteria to be used in evaluating RFx bids. Represent the Corporation in strategic alliance supplier relationships and Utilities forums, consistent with Supply Chain goals and strategic objectives

Specific Accountabilities

• Act and ensure ownership, management, continuous improvement and optimization of process, procedures and policies
• Develop negotiation strategies and conduct negotiations utilizing data based arguments and win-win techniques
• Conduct all bidding events and supplier relationships with strict confidentiality and adherence to Hydro One's ethics code and policies
• Identify supply chain risks, both internally and externally, and establish mitigation plans
• Continue the development and implementation of a well-defined sourcing program
• Review the forecasts and establish demand plans that enable supply chain to be fully prepared to support all upcoming purchasing activities
• Conduct and refresh a detailed spend analysis on a periodic basis
• Ability to create and implement ideal contracting strategies including EPC, EPCM, Lump Sum, T&M, Open Book and Target Pricing approaches
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements (both internal and external), policies, and procedures Interact with and understand the needs of the other business units and stakeholders in order to offer timely and value added solutions
• Establish standards, protocols and processes with Inspections team to ensure suppliers are held to high standards in the qualifications process
• Structure and execute thorough bidding events; concentrating on expanded supplier pools, stakeholder interests, market dynamics, and cost savings
• Understand all relevant market factors (macro-economic, cost indices, constraints) and how to account for them within supply chain strategies
• Develop and maintain an intelligence network regarding key industry suppliers' materials and service to best position Hydro One in realization of optimal RFx proposals
• Develop and execute the sourcing methodology that will be leveraged in support of centralizing spend, and that can be leveraged in support of decentralized spend. The methodology must provide direction to Category Managers using sound principles and approaches in establishing strategic suppliers. Provide further direction in effective management of decentralized spend
• Continue to utilize and enhance data based scoring systems for bid award recommendations and supplier performance evaluation
• Constantly research and benchmark supplier rates to ensure customers receive the best rate on materials, equipment and services
• Establish an Indigenous Procurement program consistent with the Company goals and strategic objectives
• Understanding of the technical components and operations of a Transmission and Distribution business

Develop supplier contract renewal program, and review strategic RFx's for partnerships with suppliers.

• Ensure the permeation of sound decision making within the department governed by an appreciation of the corporate context
• Conduct performance reviews with staff ensuring establishment of goals and objectives as it relates to individual contributions to the organization
• Establish standards for the development of programs and initiatives and ensure staff have the knowledge and capabilities to deliver on the same
• Establish working relationships of openness and trust to ensure staff provide input on difficulties and challenges in conducting analyses in support of strategic sourding and in conducting negotiations
• Build the team's ability to work in alignment with achieving Sourcing's business objectives
• Translate organization's goals and objectives to establish the context for work that guides the work of the team and the individual's contribution
• Work with peer Supply Chain departments to develop actions and resolver challenges and issues promptly and continue to maintain high standards of service delivery and precent “down time”
• Establish team building activities designed to encourage cohesive working relationships
• Work proactively with team to identify and monitor potential issues and take appropriate actions as required
• Consistently demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the broader ramification of decisions made that could impact the broader organization
• Know and ensure subordinates comply with all legal and regulatory requirements, corporate policies and procedures, and generally accepted practices relating to their work
• Provide a work environment that supports and values diversity, and is free from harassment
• Establish succession plans as it relates to individual career progression objectives
• Provide subordinates with appropriate knowledge, skills, information, work procedures and equipment to ensure responsible behaviour which will protect their safety and contribute to their health
• Provide leadership in supplier performance management
• In a highly timely fashion identify areas of challenge and issues
• Establish a willingness to share information and expertise between team members
• Participate in meeting legal, regulatory and Bill 198 requirements by developing information related to Supply Chain strategies, policies, and service standards, as required to support submissions to the Regulator.
• Lead in transition of corporate and organizational for the Supply Chain organization goals
• Build commitment amongst team to establish and maintain standards and achieve common goals
• Ensure development of plan to monitor staff skills. Provide ongoing coaching and training for development of key skills: analytical, negotiations, influence management and relationship management
• Provide a work environment and facilities where health and safety incidents are minimized
• Provide leadership in leading methods to manage high quality output from outsource service provider especially those of significant length to ensure desired outcomes on contracts (including price)

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Experience managing legal and commercial issues as they relate to Supply Chain
• Shares information effectively, in the appropriate timeframe, as well as effectively using listening skills when working with others.
• Experience in Leading cross functional teams
• Business Acumen
• Experience in Project Management
• Experience making significant, transformational changes within Supply Chain
• Understands the broader financial implications of one's responsibilities and the link to the "bottom line" of Hydro One’s business
• Entrepreneurial Spirit - Operates as if Hydro One was his/her own company
• Significant experience in leading practice approach
• Indigenous Peoples Awareness
• Communication and Feedback
• Sourcing experience external to Hydro One
• Experience in Supplier Performance Management vendor communication and alignment
• Experience and working/operational knowledge of the utility sector
• Values and respects individual differences, while supporting an inclusive work environment
• Experience in managing significant contracts, such as our external Outsourced Service provider(s) and other services and material contracts

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Organizes parts of a problem in a systematic and logical way in order to recognize relationships, identify alternative solutions, set priorities and make sound decisions that align with Hydro One’s core values

• Detail oriented
• Works efficiently in a constantly changing environment, demonstrating a willingness to learn, to take new and unique ideas, concepts, strategies, and approaches and apply them for positive results
• Post graduate studies in negotiations or certification would be considered an asset
• Strong, confident personality
• Continually improves performance, approaching work in ways that support the accomplishment of results and meeting/exceeding Hydro One’s performance targets
• Effectively applies knowledge and skills within a particular area of expertise and keeps abreast of new knowledge and developments in one’s area of expertise and/or responsibility
• Adaptibility
• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Degree of familiarity and comfort in the legal aspects of contracts allowing this individual to solicit meaningful input from Hydro One legal counsel
• Negotiation skills
• Influence management
• Works well under pressure, with ambiguity and in uncertainty
• Good executive presence
• Relationship management

Hydro One employees, you can apply online via the Carees module in Success Factors. To access Success Factors, click on the Talent Management link in the Applications drop-down menu on the HydroNet site. Otherwise, of you do not have Hydro One computer access, forward your application to [email protected] , TCT08, or via fax at 416-345-6230. In the event that you are experiencing difficulties applying to this job, please consult our help page here.

Deadline: July 12, 2023

Questions about the posting should be directed to the hiring manager. If you are selected for an interview or further evaluation and require special accommodations, please speak with the hiring manager.

Hiring Manager/Interviewer

Richard Clarke

NOTE: An Employee who is the successful applicant to a vacancy that results in a move between the Hydro One companies (Hydro One Networks, Hydro One Telecom and Hydro One Remotes) will have his/her EI and CPP deductions restarted. If as a result of the restart of these deductions the employee over contributes to EI and/or CPP, the employee will be eligible for a refund of the over contribution through their personal income tax return. For further details, please contact the HR Support Center.

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Deadline: July 12 2023

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