Sourcing Project Manager

NRG Energy, Inc.•Houston, TX

33d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sourcing Project Manager is responsible for establishing strategic direction and leading the development, management, and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories. Sourcing Project Manager may provide management and overall direction to a portfolio of categories. Sourcing categories may include various power generation maintenance materials categories (e.g. major electrical equipment, instrument and controls, and balance of plant equipment) and services categories (e.g. balance of plant maintenance, electrical maintenance, and turbine maintenance services). This position will be accountable for complex sourcing initiatives and cross-functional project teams using established strategic sourcing methods and project management methodology. Responsible for coaching and leading peers for all aspects of managing the contracting lifecycle, including but not limited to leading sourcing project teams, negotiating complex terms and conditions, settling claims, resolving conflict, and closing out the contracting process. Communicates with all levels of management within the sourcing area and within the company. Leads business unit meetings to communicate or collaborate on initiatives, project activity, supplier performance and business planning. Possesses extensive market knowledge. Creates, reviews, and analyzes financial data and key performance indicators for assigned business unit as it relates to assigned category initiatives. Initiates action through business unit partners and suppliers to resolve disputes, negotiate solutions, and implement corrective actions where necessary. Responsible for developing and implementing business unit specific sourcing plans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Strong negotiation skills
7 years or more of supply chain sourcing experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering fields
Master's degree in Business Administration or Engineering related discipline
7 years of sourcing experience related to spend categories in the areas of major power generation capital project developments or operation and maintenance of power generation units
2 + years working with SAP applications
ISM Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Prior supply management experience with power generation operation and maintenance categories
Strong interpersonal, motivating and influencing skills for interacting with team members, business partners, suppliers, and management
Strong technical skills with required proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP
Ability to plan, prioritize and manage workload with considerable independence
Ability to efficiently work remotely as part of a hybrid work schedule
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills for producing and communicating comprehensive and concise reports

Responsibilities

Monitors corporate, business unit and industry activities to identify strategic sourcing opportunities and lead efforts to leverage improvements in cost and quality or to implement best practices.
Leads the development, management, and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned corporate wide commodities or services categories.
Coordinates the sourcing plan for the assigned business unit and directs the sourcing initiatives and go-to market strategy for their portfolio of assigned spend categories. Significant guidance and collaboration with the Supply Chain Operational Purchasing Team in the planning and execution of transactional support, serving as an industry expert in related categories and supply chain matters.
Monitors supplier and contract activity and identifies areas for improved cost savings. Regularly reviews and analyzes financial data to ensure the achievement of immediate cost savings, forecasts future savings impact, and communicates findings to the business unit customers and management.
Leads cross-functional teams for sourcing initiatives and major capital projects. Develops project plans to achieve desired savings and efficiency results while meeting business unit customer needs. Oversees team's work efforts to achieve plan and delivery dates, communicates status to business unit partners and management, presents findings and recommendations, and manages the implementation process.
Negotiates or manages the negotiation of strategic supplier contracts and agreements for corporate-wide and business unit initiatives. Leads the negotiation of terms and conditions. Manages corporate risk while achieving desired total cost savings, performance results, quality requirements and delivery timelines. Utilizes sourcing best practices to lead initiatives and project teams efficiently and effectively.
Manages complex strategic supplier relationships for the benefit of corporate-wide or business unit needs. Maintains effective relationships with suppliers within assigned commodities or services categories. Monitors and analyzes supplier activity for optimum financial, contractual, and performance levels. Regularly communicates with suppliers for continuous improvement.
Collaborates with business unit partners and management to ensure effective communications through regular meetings to discuss future needs and plans, report on initiative or project activity, resolve supplier or product performance concerns and suggest areas to capture additional value. Collaborates with business unit partners to monitor and report savings and other key performance information. Manages problem resolution process with customers and suppliers to satisfactory outcomes.
Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures. Participates in the refinement of sourcing policies and best practices. Effectively resolves policy concerns and ensures compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Great company culture!
A competitive total compensation package, including annual incentive
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Benefits on the first day of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability, Wellness program, etc.
Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
401 (k) plan to help save for retirement
Generous FTO plan, plus 10 company holidays, and 1 floating holiday
Numerous discounts, including electricity discounts on NRG brands

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