Specialist

American Electric Power•New Albany, IN

2d•$74,551 - $128,688

About The Position

The Project Procurement Analyst coordinates the procurement of goods and services for assigned projects in the capital project portfolio. The role ensures project purchasing requisitions are accurately prepared and submitted to sourcing teams on time, and provides support to the broader Project Procurement organization. This is a single vacancy posted across three salary grades; education and relevant experience determine the appropriate title, grade, and salary. The possible titles are Project Procurement Analyst (Grade 6), Project Procurement Consultant (Grade 7), and Project Procurement Specialist (Grade 8).

Requirements

Analyst (Grade 6): Bachelor's degree in a related field; alternatively, an Associate's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Consultant (Grade 7): Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an Associate's degree in a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
Specialist (Grade 8): Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an Associate's degree in a related field and at least 6 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to measure, analyze, and understand complex business issues.

Nice To Haves

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Understanding of procurement or strategic sourcing, project controls, accounts payable, work management, and financial systems applications such as SAP or Ariba.
Demonstrated ability to use the procurement process and a basic understanding of contract terms and conditions.
Experience with data analytics and using data to help solve problems.
Experience with PowerBI, Microsoft tools, Cognos, or Maximo.
Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders or leadership.
General knowledge of manufacturing processes or utility experience.
Ability to develop basic and complex reporting based on job level.
Project management experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse team.
Ability to handle changing priorities and variable workflows.
Self-starter willing to make improvements and learn independently when needed.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact with project teams to develop purchase requisition execution requirements.
Guide project teams on enforcing standards, policies, and procedures established by AEP Corporation and regulatory entities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to issue Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Quote (RFQ), and create requisitions for materials and services.
Assist engineering, operations, and corporate services with selecting materials and services, and keep them informed of relevant developments.
Coordinate the use of material, equipment, and service specifications for inclusion in purchase orders.
Gather data and analyze demand for materials and services to support timely procurement at the lowest total cost of ownership to AEP.
Ensure project-related material and service requisitions are routed to the appropriate supply chain sourcing teams for fulfillment.
Escalate project material and service demand issues as needed to support supply chain service-level agreements with the project organization.
Ensure material supply and contracting plans account for lead times and delivery details to support tracking of project requirements, logistics, and expediting activities.
Identify and anticipate schedule delays or changes and assess potential cost, schedule, and resource impacts.