Senior Sourcing Specialist

About us:

Dominion is one of the nation's largest producers of energy, with a portfolio of more than 26,500 megawatts of generation and 7,800 miles of natural gas transmission pipeline. Dominion also owns and operates the nation's largest underground natural gas storage system with about 960 billion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves retail energy customers in 11 states. You can experience the excitement of our company—it’s the difference between taking a job and starting a career.

It all starts here, with you.This role conducts major spend analysis by supplier, commodity or service; identifies potential suppliers; and develops and issues requests for proposal with complex pricing tables. Analyzes Information Technology ("IT") supplier proposals and performs legal, license and insurance reviews and net present value analysis. Negotiates prices, delivery, insurance, performance, penalties, issue resolution, escalation and terms/conditions. Identifies and obtains cost improvements for purchased materials and services from supplier through negotiation and continuous management. May lead cross-functional IT sourcing initiatives, including the development and implementation of complex sourcing strategies. Develops and administers measurement tools on contract basis. Performs trend analysis and identifies and implements process improvements. Analyzes all cost and process aspects of assigned spend. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.QualificationsMeaningful experience in Information Technology acquisitions for computer hardware, software licenses, and telecommunications equipment. In depth experience with the licensing of complex software products like Oracle, SAP, Computer Associates or the acquisition of mainframe/high-end server computers or telecommunications equipment and the possible leasing of the same.4 + years related experience.Working knowledge of procurement practices, particularly IT Industry practices, procedures and policies.Working knowledge of business and contract law.Working knowledge of accounting principles.Working knowledge of company systems, processes and/or interfaces.Operational knowledge of supplier relations, priority management and tactical planning.Skills: excellent verbal/writing/presentation; demonstrated effective influence, persuasion and negotiation; analytical; work management; effective human relations; project management; computer proficiency; forecasting and trend analysis; value/cost analysis.Abilities: apply analytical abilities to diverse issues; manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; apply acquired knowledge and skills; use sound business judgment; anticipate, understand and respond to customer needs. This position will concentrate in the support of Information Technology and/or Telecommunications acquisitions.
Required: Bachelors degree

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We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Dominion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.