Procurement Specialist - Irving, TX

TXU Energy (Vistra Corp)•East Naples, FL

92d

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for implementing contractual protections for the company and coordinating key project contracts focused on supporting safe and efficient operation of Vistra's Generation fleet. Tasks include leading sourcing events as well as facilitating the contracting and procurement processes. A solid knowledge of all aspects of the sourcing, contracting and procurement processes is required. The position is expected to work with key internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, conduct spend analyses, perform market and supplier analysis, facilitate the bid/proposal process, develop and use supplier evaluation criteria, conduct negotiations, formulate purchase orders and contract documents, manage invoicing exceptions, and manage supplier performance including issue resolution. This position will also coordinate with internal customers to create sourcing strategies that deliver quantifiable savings.

Requirements

5+ years of contracting/sourcing experience or other related experience
Operational business knowledge, with understanding of sourcing, procurement, contracting and supplier management process
Demonstrated ability to conduct the sourcing process including preparation activities & running e-sourcing events
Demonstrated problem-solving and strong analytical skills
Enthusiasm for driving optimum business outcomes
Strong written and oral communication; ability to persuade others
Demonstrated strong understanding of common contract Terms & Conditions, including practical and risk impacts of those terms
Experienced in negotiation preparation and tactics
Intermediate Microsoft office capabilities (Excel, Word)
Ability to work with and manage confidential information
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills (CPM, CPSM, JD)

Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate contracts, SOWs, etc. in Vistra’s contracting tool, including managing the redlining process
Facilitate internal stakeholder & legal review, resolving non-standard contract terms
Manage contract documents on an ongoing basis – contract expirations, renewals, amendments, terminations, etc.
Maintain accurate contract data in contracting and purchasing tools
Support PO creation and resolution of invoicing exceptions and guide buyers as needed
Support of emergent procurement needs during after-hours/weekends/holidays on a rotating basis
Lead sourcing events (bids, RFIs, RFPs) across categories
Analyze spend and bids and develop cost savings estimates
Work with key stakeholders and Category Managers to gather business and technical requirements (scope of work)
Drive supplier selection process using score cards & assessing total cost of ownership
Support and promote Vistra’s supplier diversity program
Incorporate safety into daily work ethic and buying decision process
Team with Category Manager on strategies and contracting needs