Mgr, Category Management

Entergy•The Woodlands, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mgr of Category Mgmt reports directly to the Sr. Manager Strategic Procurement (Pwr Gen). Manage the strategic sourcing and category management functions for the identification and implementation of companywide contract initiatives in which the long term availability of resources can be maintained at a competitive price, with appropriate quality/performance, such that operations and company business functions are supported. This role involves leading a team to deliver high quality and best value across the enterprise demand timeline and with strict adherence to system policies and Entergy’s core values, as well as all safety, quality, buy local, and diversity requirements. Strong collaboration and communication within the Supply Chain organization, Power Generation stakeholders, Finance, Legal, Risk, Tax and Environmental is required. Ensure contractual support of operations. Prepare responses to audits, condition reports and other data requests. Ensure GSA and Alliance agreements are strategically established to meet the overall needs of the company. Act on behalf of Strategic Sourcing leadership, as required. Maintain awareness of operation schedules and commitments (e.g.. Milestones) to provide support for outage and project schedules. The Mgr of Category Mgmt will work closely with various leaders and executives throughout Entergy. They will be responsible for; full understanding of all phases of contracting (from Bid, Award, Negotiation, Contract Development, Performance Monitoring, Claims, Dispute Resolution). Knowledge of analytical techniques to identify cost savings/sourcing opportunities and support on required reports and analysis as needed to support leadership decision making. Knowledge of Power Plant/Utility Operations and Business Practices. Knowledge of legal/regulatory requirements. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization. Ability to develop and present business cases for complex, high dollar procurements. Excellent oral, written, problem solving and facilitating skills. Full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Outstanding communications, conflict management and change management skills.

Requirements

Supply Chain degree or Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
5 years of experience in materials/warehousing, purchasing, contracts or project management.
3 years of supervisory experience and/or equivalent leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

MS/MBA degree preferred.
Professional supply chain/procurement certification preferred.
Energy Supply Chain experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the Team always puts safety first. Actively promote strong safety behaviors, utilizing key tools such as Close Call /Good Catch in addition to proactive field visits to review standards and behaviors. Monitoring and influencing Suppliers to proactively identify any safety concerns.
Support leadership in implementation of goals, expectations, and objectives. Ensure appropriate assignment of work between operations and corporate procurement staff for service contracts.
Engage key business stakeholders and be actively involved in Operations strategic planning, supplier development, and field service improvements.
Accountable/responsible for Developing and maintaining the Strategic Sourcing Plan for plant and operations such that cost reduction/savings opportunities are maximized.
Create an environment of continuously finding ways to drive quality, speed and efficiency to make a positive and lasting impact. Partner with other areas across the Enterprise to ensure continuous improvement, driving a positive experience for all internal and external partners while delivering cost effective solutions.
Coach and mentors his/her Supply Chain team to improve engagement with key stakeholders and to establish communication channels between the cross functional teams.
Accountable for establishing and maintaining healthy and positive stakeholder relationships. This activity includes establishing cross-functional and cross-sector teams with key stakeholders and creating a multi-year demand plans with integrated supply chain solutions.
Accountable for leverage of Supply Chain’s Talent Management Strategy to assure the right Supply Chain talent is recruited, developed, retained, and deployed in line with key business priorities. Mentor and coach staff. This position will lead approximately x direct reports and a total headcount of x FTEs.
At all times the Director shall operate with the highest ethical standards and in full compliance with internal controls, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Accountable through supply base partners to execute Entergy’s Supplier Diversity & Local Spend objectives.
Ensure contractual support of operations.
Prepare responses to audits, condition reports and other data requests.
Ensure GSA and Alliance agreements are strategically established to meet the overall needs of the company.
Act on behalf of Strategic Sourcing leadership, as required.
Maintain awareness of operation schedules and commitments (e.g.. Milestones) to provide support for outage and project schedules.
Full understanding of all phases of contracting (from Bid, Award, Negotiation, Contract Development, Performance Monitoring, Claims, Dispute Resolution).
Knowledge of analytical techniques to identify cost savings/sourcing opportunities and support on required reports and analysis as needed to support leadership decision making.
Knowledge of Power Plant/Utility Operations and Business Practices.
Knowledge of legal/regulatory requirements.
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Ability to develop and present business cases for complex, high dollar procurements.
Full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Benefits

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.
The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants.
Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.
The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information.
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.