Manager of Procurement -Supplier Diversity & Continuous Improvement Program

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!Reporting to the Director, Chief Procurement Officer, the

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Supplier Diversity and CI Program

is responsible for overseeing the DLC supplier diversity and continuous improvement programs. This highly visible position provides a unique and exciting opportunity for the right person that is passionate about supplier diversity and continuous improvement. This role is pivotal in transforming our organization through data-driven methodologies with the goal of being a leader amongst our peers.Location:

Hybrid, Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaJob Responsibilities:Establish and provide governance and oversight of the company supplier diversity spending and reporting, and savings policies and strategiesLead annual benchmarking efforts and incorporate findings that support the continuous improvement of procurement and supplier diversityCoordinate and oversee the annual supplier summit for DLCCollaborate with internal business units and other stakeholders to encourage and solidify our commitment to the supplier diversity and continuous improvement programsMaintain memberships to the primary external stakeholder groups and attend conferences to improve the company's presence within the diverse supplier communityProactively facilitate introductions between procurement, stakeholders and suppliersManage a supplier development/strategic partnership program to strengthen the diverse supplier pipelineLead and participate in continuous improvement projects and initiatives and present findings/recommendations to senior leadershipServe as the point of contact and subject matter expert for procurement related topics as well as supplier diversity internally and externallyLeverage leadership skills and experience to support the development of team membersSupport team development and be a change agent across the organizationStorm roles as appropriate to the role and skillset.Education/Experience:Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Engineering, or Business Management; MBA or advanced degree is required.Seven (7+) or more years of work experience in procurement, supplier diversity, and process improvement required.Three years of previous leadership experience preferredExtensive experience using MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and SharePointOracle and Maximo experience strongly preferredSkills/Abilities Utilized in this Role IncludeResourceful and creative thinker who can collect and synthesize information from multiple discrete sources while being adept at strategy and execution plan developmentSelf-starter with strong business acumen that works well with cross-functional teamsAbility to lead and influenceProficient in the areas of project management, problem solving, influencing people, and written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated leadership and organizational skillsExceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and organizational skillsExcellent problem-solving ability

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDuquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@ and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.