WGL - Category Manager III

AltaGas; Virginia, Springfield (MN, IL); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Category Manager III to join their dynamic Supply Chain Management team. This role offers the opportunity to manage spend categories and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure effective operations. You will develop strategic sourcing plans, lead negotiations, and monitor category performance using KPIs. With a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in procurement and supply chain management. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in procurement and strategic sourcing.
• Deep understanding of Category Management and Strategic Sourcing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SCM leadership to develop and maintain annual Category Plans.
• Lead negotiations and contracting, ensuring policy compliance and risk mitigation.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Supply Chain Management

Contract Negotiations

Financial Analysis

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Description

AltaGas is seeking a passionate and interested individual in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management for the role of Category Manager III within our Supply Chain Management (SCM) team. You will manage assigned spend categories, business unit partners, suppliers, and internal relationships (e.g., Legal, AP, Risk, Audit) to ensure the organization has the necessary goods and services to operate effectively and deliver value to stakeholders.

AltaGas, a Canadian corporation, is a leading North American infrastructure company focused on delivering resilient and durable value through its diversified Utilities and Midstream business. While this position primarily supports the US Utilities segment (Washington Gas Light Company and SEMCO), it is part of our broader SCM team within the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) organization. The role is based at the WGL Springfield Operations Center in Northern Virginia, with a hybrid work requirement of at least 3 days in the office weekly.

You Will:

• Collaborate with SCM leadership and business units to develop and maintain annual Category Plans, including spend analysis, supply market analysis, should-cost modeling, risk assessments, sourcing strategies, and target setting.
• Execute plans and handle ad hoc requests to meet targets through strategies like RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and demand management.
• Lead negotiations and contracting, ensuring policy compliance, risk mitigation, and impact analysis.
• Manage initiative outcomes and contract approvals, stakeholder relationships, and internal partner coordination.
• Monitor category performance using KPIs, identify improvement areas, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide leadership and mentorship, contribute innovative ideas, and support SCM operations and performance improvements.

In this role, you are expected to:

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain Management (preferred).
• 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Passion and interest in procurement, strategic sourcing, and SCM.
• Deep understanding of Category Management and Strategic Sourcing frameworks.
• Experience with contract negotiations and understanding of contract terms.
• Analytical and strategic thinking abilities, curiosity, and good questioning skills.
• Financial analysis skills, initiative, and multitasking ability.
• Comfort with ambiguity and strong collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting to senior management and influencing outcomes.

We offer a competitive salary range of $94,000 to $136,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We value diversity and encourage veterans and service members to apply.