Procurement Consultant for Generation Projects

American Electric Power • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

AEP is at the forefront of the energy transition, dedicated to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions, powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We are expanding our portfolio to include groundbreaking projects in new generation, wind, solar, renewables, fuel cells, and battery technologies and we are looking for innovative thinkers to join our team. Your work will directly contribute to powering communities and supporting large load customers and data center construction, making a tangible impact on the future of energy. Serves as the subject matter expert in the development of sourcing strategy associated with the procurement of labor, service, material and equipment needs supporting business unit functions. Understands key business interests of AEP and third parties in the development and writing of the business deal. Applies negotiation techniques and methods to sourcing and contracting objectives. Manages supplier performance, contract compliance, risk, and other areas that support over-arching category management strategies. Leads cross-functional teams and may direct lower level activities associated with sourcing, contracting or operational efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field.
• 5 years of contract writing experience, including experience working with cross-functional teams, preferably within the utility, manufacturing, or construction industry.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired
• Ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers
• Ability to help develop and evolve category management processes and engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive Impactful Projects. Review, analyze, and negotiate contracts that support major capital initiatives, including cutting-edge construction contracts for new generation facilities, renewable energy sources, and innovative data center projects.
• Procures goods and services with a high value or complex requirements.
• Assesses business requirements, and matches procurement plans accordingly.
• Executes sourcing strategies based on category manager guidance and leading practices.
• Assists Category Managers with category strategy development.
• Leverages market, supplier, and spend analyses to inform category strategies and competitive solicitations (e.g. RFXs).
• Coordinates and leads cross-functional category teams during sourcing events.
• Performs any required contract administration work related to a sourcing event.
• Develops negotiating strategy, and leads negotiations.
• Writes the summary and details for basic to moderately complex contracts, including pricing, business requirements, performance criteria, terms and conditions, and any risk mitigations.
• Establishes effective relationships with business partners and suppliers to support category strategies.
• Works with the Service Center to ensure transactional and customer support services are aligned with category strategies.
• Coordinates with key suppliers and business partners on the delivery of high-value manufactured equipment and materials, including any transportation and storage requirements.
• Manages contract compliance and administration for high-value manufactured equipment and materials including economic price adjustments, replacement programs, and credit programs.
• Leverages contract knowledge to mitigate risks and maximize contract value.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level