Commodity Specialist

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Commodity Specialist in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location.

This is a job family position (Associate Commodity Specialist, Commodity Specialist, Senior Commodity Specialist) where expereince will be the determining factor.

Job Summary

The Commodity Specialist is responsible for establishing and implementing procurement strategies for specific commodity groups, managing day-to-day business unit/department requirements, and establishing / managing contracts for specific commodities or services. Works with others in Procurement and Logistics to ensure that all requirements for materials and services are handled according to corporate and customer requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Procurement of all materials and services within assigned commodity group(s), utilizing a variety of tools including eProcurement tools.
• Establish and apply a wide range of sourcing strategies to assigned commodity groups.
• Work with clients to establish priorities and manage demand
• Establish and manage existing contracts with suppliers
• Qualify suppliers
• Track supplier performance
• Prepare and lead negotiations with suppliers
• Manage supplier transitions as part of contract implementation
• Participate in cross-functional procurement teams
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Drive continuous improvement as part of contract management process
• Actively seek and utilize MBE/WBE suppliers to support and achieve corporate goals
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related discipline
• A minimum of 2 years of related experience and demonstrated ability to:
• Perform sourcing functions and processes independently with minimal oversight from department leaders
• Lead procurement projects with significant scopes and value, including cross functional team management and project management skills
• Prioritize work to meet the needs of internal clients
• Build effective relationships with peers, internal customers, and suppliers
• Identify and capture process improvement and cost reduction opportunities
• Organization and preparation skills to lead complex negotiations with suppliers
  
  
  

End Date: 07/19/2024

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class.