Supply Chain Category Specialist II - Supply Chain Corporate Services - Akron FirstEnergy Headquarters

FirstEnergy•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Facilities Category Specialist with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [SC00]. The Facilities Category Specialist will support strategic sourcing initiatives across facilities-related categories including preventative maintenance (generator, HVAC, etc), janitorial services, landscaping, snow removal, waste management, general construction building projects, electrical, fire protection, food services, third-party logistics, and other real estate and operational services. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver cost savings, service improvements, and strategic value. FirstEnergy Supply Chain is undergoing a digital transformation, implementing a new Source-to-Pay system and investing in advanced tools such as market intelligence software, supplier risk analytics, spend analysis, and clean sheeting to enhance strategic sourcing capabilities. This position is designated as on-site in Akron, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline and 4–7 years of relevant experience
In lieu of a degree, High School diploma and 7–10 years of related work experience
Experience in sourcing or procurement, preferably in facilities or real estate services
Proven success in implementing category improvements and managing supplier performance
Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with sourcing tools and ERP systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Supporting the strategic category manager in achieving cost reductions and service enhancements in facilities-related categories
Developing sourcing strategies focused on total cost of ownership and operational efficiency
Partnering with stakeholders in Facilities, Project Management, Operations, and Legal to identify opportunities and execute improvement plans
Leading RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations for facilities services
Analyzing supplier performance and market trends to inform category strategy
Managing supplier relationships and tracking performance metrics
Ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and procedures
Monitoring market dynamics and defining cost benchmarks for facilities categories