Senior Specialist, Electrical Distribution

CenterPoint Energy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of company-wide supply chain strategies/sourcing plans for assigned commodities/services consistent with Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures. This role requires awareness of market and industry trends/conditions, corporate risk tolerance, quality and completeness of scope of work statements, market pricing, quality and delivery requirements, and other factors in the performance of duties. The Sourcing Specialist drives down total cost of ownership and contributes to the performance and profitability of the Company using supply chain expertise to deliver value through complete, effective market research, supplier strategy development, negotiation strategy planning, and effective contract/order writing and management. The Sourcing Specialist is required to interface and/or negotiate with Vendors (sales/project management personnel), internal clients (users), lawyers, accountants, auditors, insurance agents, etc. to achieve total overall value to the Company; thus, must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently. Develop, implement, and manage strategies and plans to support the supply chain process for assigned commodities/services, or areas of responsibilities consistent with corporate and department policies and procedures. Research and develop a working knowledge of the assigned commodities/services or areas of responsibilities, including how the commodities/services are made, rendered, specification requirements, and how the commodities/services are used by the Company. Research and analyze inventory consumption data, inventory levels, work order requirement(s) signals, outstanding delivery orders, and provide recommendations for ordering, supply chain process consideration, and/or improvement.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science or other related discipline. In lieu of a degree, will consider a combination of education and related experience totaling eight (8) years, where each year of applicable college = 1 year and each year of applicable work experience = 0.5 year.
• Requires a minimum of five (5) years direct experience as a Sourcing Specialist with advanced proficiency in the Essential Duties / Responsibilities of that role.
• Minimum of one (1) of the following or similar.

Responsibilities

• Ensure end user requirements are satisfied, develop change management activities, promote end user adoption, provide training and monitor end user satisfaction and needs.
• Ensure quality of sure, stable supply of materials/services, monitor the timeliness of the deliveries/performance, and identify patterns.
• Assess and implement various methods of inventory (e.g., consignment or self-inventory) and requirements forecasting (MRP).
• Work with client to formulate and define the scope and objective of purchases.
• Provide expertise to ensure that Service Level Agreements meet the needs of the end-user client area.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to lower the total cost of goods and services to enhance total enterprise cost of ownership; provide supply planning and analysis; and conduct supplier performance and relationship management.
• Acquire and manage procurements; provide appropriate materials, supplies and services for day-to-day requirements, as well as, emergent work, overhauls, projects; and focus on the strategic procurement while conducting complex negotiations under aggressive time demands.
• Monitor, prepare and present findings on important industry trends or abnormalities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs
• On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

What This Job Offers

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