Sr Sourcing Mgr (3 positions)

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.  

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula.  The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). 

GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Sourcing Manager leads complex, high-value sourcing initiatives and category strategies, driving cost optimization, risk mitigation, and supplier performance across key spend areas.
This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, bridging execution and strategy by translating business priorities into sourcing approaches and influencing cross-functional stakeholders. This position owns more complex categories and leads broader cross-functional initiatives. The Senior Sourcing Manager serves as a strategic partner to business leaders and plays a key role in strengthening supplier relationships, improving procurement processes, and delivering measurable business value.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead sourcing initiatives for moderately complex to complex categories, including the development of sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives; conduct spend analysis, market benchmarking, and supplier evaluations to identify cost savings and value opportunities; use data to support sourcing strategies, supplier optimization, and performance improvements.
• Execute RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs with increasing complexity, driving cost, quality, and performance improvements.
• Support the development and evolution of category strategies with a longer-term, strategic focus.
• Lead supplier negotiations for higher-value and more complex agreements, including terms, pricing, and risk mitigation; manage supplier relationships for key suppliers, addressing performance issues and driving continuous improvement.
• Oversee contract execution and lifecycle management to ensure compliance, performance, and value realization; manage supplier relationships for key suppliers, addressing performance issues and driving continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Risk, Business Units) to align sourcing strategies and business outcomes; influence decision-making through data-driven insights, market intelligence, and sourcing expertise; provide guidance and recommendations to business leaders on sourcing approaches and supplier selection.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior sourcing professionals; share best practices and contribute to the development of sourcing capabilities within the team; participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve procurement processes and outcomes.
• Support procurement frameworks, policies, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing effectiveness; ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and risk management standards.
• Other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
• Advanced knowledge of the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including RFx processes and category strategy development. 
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to manage moderately complex to complex commercial agreements.
• Knowledge of contract management, supplier performance, and risk mitigation. 
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite, including advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; familiarity with enterprise-wide procurement tools such as SAP, Ariba, Power BI, and ServiceNow. 
• Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and align competing priorities. 
• Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis, market intelligence, and financial evaluation. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, along with supplier management, negotiation, and analytical skillsets. 
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or another related field, with four (4) or more years of experience with purchasing software and project management software. Experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships. Proven experience influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
o (OR) Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or another related field, with four (4) or more years of experience with purchasing software and project management software. Experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships. Proven experience influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
o (OR) High School Diploma/GED with six (6) or more years of experience with purchasing software and project management software. Experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships. Proven experience influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.