Sourcing Applications Specialist
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Oakland • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $102,000 - $127,000 per year
About the role
- Administers and configures procurement systems, ensuring optimal performance
- Performs thorough system testing to validate end-to-end functionality, uncover defects, and verify compliance with requirements
- Delivers advanced support for procurement systems to internal clients and suppliers, resolving escalated issues efficiently
- Creates content for new and updated instructor-led and web-based training programs
- Prepares and revises training materials, including job aids, web-based modules, and PowerPoint presentations
- Facilitates training sessions and leads informational or focus group meetings
- Drives change management initiatives and oversees communications
- Oversees the implementation of system enhancements, ensuring adherence to deadlines and system requirements
- Leads teams in developing and implementing process improvements within Procurement operations
- Mentors less experienced team members and serves as the team lead for cross-functional projects and initiatives
- Lead and support the implementation of AI-powered procurement technologies to automate routine tasks, optimize workflows, and enhance data-driven decision-making
- Develop and deliver training programs and job aids focused on AI technologies in procurement
- Facilitate change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of AI tools, including hands-on workshops, webinars, and digital learning modules
- Mentor team members on AI best practices and emerging trends, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the procurement organization
- Stay informed on industry trends and best practices, integrating external insights and benchmarking into internal AI initiatives for continuous improvement
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 7 years of experience in procurement or other job-related discipline
- Extensive participation in projects of medium to high complexity
- Knowledge of the Procure-to-Pay process
- Advanced understanding of SAP Ariba modules
- Desired SAP Ariba certification
- SAP S/4 HANA experience
- SAP Fieldglass experience
- Knowledge or experience with SOX and/or procurement compliance requirements
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple functional areas within the enterprise
- Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset
- Experience with AI-driven procurement solutions, analytics, or digital transformation projects
Benefits
- Annual discretionary incentive compensation programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
procurement systems administrationsystem testingprocess improvementsAI-powered procurement technologiestraining program developmentSAP AribaSAP S/4 HANASAP FieldglassProcure-to-Pay processdigital transformation
Soft skills
problem-solvingdecision-makingcross-functional collaborationmentoringchange managementcontinuous improvementcommunicationleadershiptraining facilitationinnovation
Certifications
SAP Ariba certification