Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

CenterPoint Energy•Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Specialist, Procurement Systems and Processes will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of the source to pay platform and system administration. This role involves establishing relationships with key business stakeholders to develop and implement efficient, effective, and user-friendly processes throughout the system implementation. As part of the implementation process, the specialist will work with suppliers and support enablement activities. They will assist in the design and configuration of the system to account for new process requests/requirements, and help lead various implementation system set-up aspects for each module, such as parameter set-up and creating job files for processing. The role also includes preparing the procurement team and stakeholders for system enhancements, providing training and support, and communicating needs/expectations with software providers, consultants, and team members. Troubleshooting system issues and influencing stakeholders through presentations are also key responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or Supply Chain or equivalent work-related experience is required.
At least three years of project management, operations, or IT admin experience.
Thorough understanding of Source-to-Pay processes
Familiarity with compliance (regulatory, SOX, etc.) and governance issues.

Nice To Haves

Finance or Procurement background or experience as a Business Analyst is a plus.
Advanced certifications in Project Management, Sourcing or Procurement a plus.
Experience/Certification with source to pay software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, or Ivalua) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish relationships with key business stakeholders to develop and implement efficient, effective, and user-friendly processes throughout the system implementation.
As part of the implementation process, work with suppliers and support enablement activities.
Assist in the design and configuration of the system to account for new process requests/requirements that may arise.
Assists with and help lead various implementation system set-up aspects for each module (i.e., parameter set-up, creates job files for processing, etc.).
Prepare the procurement team and internal/external stakeholders for the system enhancements and provide training or support to internal/external stakeholders.
Communicates the needs/expectations with software provider, implementation consultants, other team members, and team leader
Maintains effective communication with stakeholders throughout the system implementation.
Troubleshooting system issues and work with stakeholders to prioritize and resolve.
Assist in the development of presentations to communicate with and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
May perform other job duties as assigned

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