Category Management Senior I - Houston, TX
 Sempra Services Corporation | |
 United States, Texas, Houston | |
 Mar 06, 2026 | |
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Primary Purpose
Performs in-depth analysis of category performance and market trends to inform sourcing strategies. Enhances organizational value by recommending improvements and supporting cross-functional collaboration on category initiatives. Supports development and implementation of robust supply chain strategies and objectives for the business, specifically focused on the IT category. Works collaboratively within the procurement team and with key business stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of procurement strategies. Depending on the project or operations phase, supports procurement related IT-specific oversight activities in support of large-scale engineering/procurement/construction (EPC) projects, capital projects, operations, and project development for Sempra Infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities * Leads complex RFx events and major contract negotiations for capital projects and IT-related spend. Develops and executes sourcing strategies in partnership with key stakeholders, driving cost optimization and challenging technical, commercial, and operational practices to deliver best value. * Identifies and mitigates supply and contractual risks in collaboration with Legal, Insurance, Cyber, and other cross-functional teams. Ensures adherence to company Business Conduct policies, HSSE standards, and safety-first principles throughout the procurement lifecycle. * Serves as the IT Supply Chain SME, strengthening supplier relationships and ensuring contract compliance. Drives continuous improvement in procurement strategies, processes, and systems across purchasing, contracting, warehousing, parts, storage, and surplus management. * Conducts and documents market research and supplier financial risk assessments to evaluate vendor viability. * Identifies and mitigates risks related to supply availability, cost fluctuations, and service or product quality. * Maintains strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners to support alignment between sourcing activities and business initiatives. * Monitors market trends and potential partner risks to ensure strategies remain aligned with organizational goals and evolving best practices. * Promotes and upholds compliance with organizational policies throughout the entire purchasing and contracting process. * Reviews sourcing activities and agreements to ensure they meet internal standards and regulatory requirements. * Performs other duties as assigned. | |