Consumers Energy · 23 hours ago
Sr Category Mgr
Jackson, MI
Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expConsumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, dedicated to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to its customers. The Senior Category Manager of Development will lead strategic sourcing and commercial management activities, overseeing high-risk initiatives and managing supply, construction, and service contracts in support of utility and clean energy projects.
Utilities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and execute category strategies supporting utility capital projects, clean energy development, and operations, managing $100M+ in annual spend
Develop sourcing strategies aligned with Development Department objectives, internal supply chain requirements, and overall company strategies
Optimize total cost of ownership across capital and operations & maintenance (O&M) spend
Conduct complex market, financial, and spend analyses considering regulatory, supply chain, and market impacts
Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Regulatory, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Operations teams to structure contracts and manage commercial risk
Lead the full contract lifecycle for utility and clean energy agreements, including EPC, construction, and service contracts
Negotiate high‑value, technically complex contracts to achieve optimal commercial outcomes
Provide contract administration, governance, and performance oversight through execution and operations
Build and maintain strong professional relationships with strategic suppliers, constructors, and consultants; serve as the primary commercial interface for assigned categories
Implement supplier performance frameworks, key performance indicators (KPIs), and continuous improvement initiatives
Foster competition and innovation to deliver improved performance at reduced cost; follow prescribed sourcing methodologies and teach the organization by explaining the rationale behind each step during competitive bidding events
Lead development of business cases and due diligence efforts for capital projects ranging from $50M to $1B+
Support clean energy and utility projects from concept through execution, coordinating across cross‑functional teams
Initiate and apply leading practices within strategic procurement to achieve a high level of process excellence; stay abreast of industry innovations and continuously improve sourcing processes and outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Accounting/Finance field with four (4) years of experience in Project Management, Utility Supply Chain
(OR) Associate's degree with six (6) years of experience in Project Management, Utility Supply Chain
(OR) High School Diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience in Project Management, Utility Supply Chain
Utility category management and capital procurement expertise
Strong strategic procurement knowledge and implementation experience
Contract development, negotiation, management, and administration
Development project, construction, and EPC contract experience
Financial modeling, business case development, and investment evaluation
Strong stakeholder, relationship, and supplier management skills
Ability to synthesize complex market and spend data into effective sourcing strategies
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across all organizational levels
Benefits
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
Company
Consumers Energy
We are Consumers Energy, Michigan’s energy provider and the career destination for driven professionals serious about service.
Founded in 1886Jackson, Mississippi, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Garrick Rochow
President & CEO – CMS & Consumers Energy
Jennifer Kennedy
CEO Communications and Strategic Events
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