Sr. Category Supplier Manager II - Clay, NY

Lead commercial and contractual management of construction and design suppliers across active capital projects, acting as the primary point of contact for negotiations, performance management, and issue resolution. Drive category and supplier strategies for construction, develop and manage services, including cost reduction initiatives, supply-base optimization, and long-term commercial frameworks. Drive commercial negotiations for construction and build contracts, including fee structures, pricing, change management provisions, risk allocation, and contract renewals or extensions. Apply quantity surveying and cost management expertise to cost planning, life-cycle costing, value engineering, financial controls, and evaluation of contractor pricing, claims, and variations. Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams on procurement strategies, tendering methods, contractual structures, and financial risk management throughout project execution. Establish and monitor supplier performance frameworks with KPIs, cost benchmarks, and performance reviews to drive continuous improvement. Partner cross-functionally with project management, engineering, legal, and finance to ensure alignment between project delivery goals, contract requirements, and financial controls. Maintain market intelligence and benchmarking on construction costs, labor trends, build fees, and regional supplier capabilities to inform sourcing strategies and executive decision-making.