Site Buyer II

Summary

Strategic Supply Management (SSM) supports NYPA’S and NYS Canals Corporation VISION2030 and beyond with safe, risk averse, cost effective and timely Contracts. Upholds NYPA Values, Ethics, and Guidelines and enables NYPA to achieve its goals by being a strategic partner to our business stakeholders. Develops deep market knowledge aligning with NYPA’s major spend categories and leads in capability and technology to sustainably develop local economics and utilize diverse suppliers. 

Oversees activities related to site procurement of materials, services, and construction. Manages material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving and stores functions. Provides supervision of union personnel performing inventory and procurement job functions. Implements procurement and warehousing control policies, procedures, and control systems. Responsible for NYPA property disposal functions. Manages and or performs work associated with coordinating, negotiating, and administering procurement proposals, bids, and contracts with suppliers/vendors. Coordinates the preparation of contract and bid documents, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained throughout the process. Liaises with site technical, finance or corporate legal teams on procurement / commercial matters requiring review. Has responsibilities across multiple disciplines within the Procurement job family.
 

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement and provide realized savings to NYPA by applying transactional procurement leading practices.
• Procure material, goods and services for efficient daily plant operations 
• Monitor and manage procurement transactions initiatives in coordination with all Site Buyers.
• Maintain accuracy and compliance in use of systems, monitor and promote analysis-based decision making, compliance and reduce discrepancies in reporting procedures and operating processes.
• Execute payment processing for pertinent site.
• Collaborate and foster deep connections with business partners, other site managers and stakeholders to ensure SSM is a valued partner in pertinent business decisions
• Communicate with all suppliers, review requests, and resolve issues related to payment processing .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work across all business units and build trusted and collaborative relationships with senior executives to achieve results.
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment while delivering solid action-oriented results quickly.
• Exceptional organization skills required to ensure consistent compliance with established policies, practices and regulations.
• Advanced analytical skills, with ability to lead others to understand market dynamics and customer/client needs. 
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management concepts in procurement, receiving, supplier relationship management, and equipment management, and ability to demonstrate mastery in several of these areas.
• Strong knowledge of the Power Utility services and equipment categories and/or supply market – preferred 
• Functional skills using SAP and other related systems and solutions – preferred
   

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain & Operations Management, or related field
• 2 years professional experience in Procurement, Finance, Accounting, and Supply Chain Management
• 1 year experience in the Utilities industry – preferred

Physical Requirements

• Up to 5% travel; may travel to corporate from time to time.
• Office location: Site Locations.

Hiring Manager: Paul Holguin 
Department: Strategic Supply Management 
Grade Level: SM05P2   
 

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is $72,000-$108,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion,