Commercial Strategic Procurement Manager; CSPM

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

The Commercial Strategic Procurement Manager (CSPM) leads commercial execution for major capital projects, ensuring value protection, risk mitigation, and continuity from contract award through completion. This role partners cross-functionally with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and suppliers to align strategy with technical scope, schedules, and delivery milestones. The CSPM manages supplier performance, material readiness, and contract compliance while proactively identifying and mitigating execution risks.

Acting as the primary commercial interface, the role ensures consistent supplier engagement, effective change management, and adherence to contractual terms. The CSPM provides insights, drives accountability, and strengthens supplier relationships to support reliable and cost-effective project outcomes.

The ideal candidate will possess deep experience in Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) project delivery models, direct engagement with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and critical equipment suppliers, and a proven track record supporting execution of large, complex capital projects in utility, infrastructure, or heavy industrial environments.

• A four year Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Project Management or other job-related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Plus eight (8) years in Strategic Procurement, Category Management, Supply Chain, or Project Management.
• In lieu of bachelor's degree, professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) plus twelve (12) years of significant, closely-related experience
• OR Associate's degree in business or related discipline, professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) plus ten (10) years of significant, closely-related experience.
• Experience supporting large capital projects, EPC contracts, or alliance delivery models.
• Experience managing suppliers during execution, including negotiation, performance management, and risk resolution.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or

Qualifications:

• Experience in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), with a focus on strengthening strategic partnerships and maintaining preferred partner status with key suppliers. Strong commercial and contract management expertise, including negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Ability to translate technical and supply risks into clear business impacts for leadership.
• Proactive, data driven risk management and problem solving capability.
• Advanced stakeholder communication and influencing skills in matrixed environments.
• Experience in utility, transmission, infrastructure, generation, or heavy industrial settings.
• Familiarity with material readiness reviews, supplier scorecards, and execution governance. PMP, CPSM, or related certification (preferred).
• Experience with ERP systems, digital supply chain tools, and contract lifecycle management platforms.