CenterPoint Energy
Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
CenterPoint Energy, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.Our Vision:
Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.Our Commitment:
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.Job SummaryCenterPoint Energy
is looking for a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
to join our
Gas Procurement Team , located in
Houston, Texas .
You will have the ability to: lead the development and execution of highly complex, holistic, enterprise-wide category strategies, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, rapid sourcing/negotiation and risk management. Develops, implements and maintains proactive strategies for assigned categories creating spend leverage across CenterPoint Energy's footprint. The position negotiates work scopes and pricing with vendors and develops contracts using established protocols as defined by the company. Engages all levels of the organization, including senior staff, to develop and execute sourcing strategies. Serves as subject matter resource and formally or informally mentors other Sourcing Specialists.Essential FunctionsTo be successful in this role you will:Develop, implement, and manage strategies and plans to support the Strategic Sourcing process for assigned commodities/services in alignment with the internal clientProvide category expertise to internal clients through spend analytics, market research and cost modelingLeverage industry knowledge and technology to establish should cost models, identify opportunities for spend leverage, and drive supplier negotiationsActively monitor industry trends and best practices related to category assignments and incorporate them into category and execution plansResearch 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.Ensure end user requirements are satisfied, develop change management activities, promote end user adoption, provide training and monitor end user satisfaction and needsEnsure quality and stability of supply of materials/services, monitor the timeliness of the deliveries/performance, and identify patterns.Work with clients to formulate and define the scopes and objectives of procurement transactionsProvide expertise to ensure that Service Level Agreements meet the needs of the end-user client areaIdentify and pursue opportunities to lower the total cost of goods and services; provide supply planning and analysis; and conduct supplier performance and relationship managementManage the procurement process to provide appropriate materials, supplies, and services for day-to-day requirements, as well as, emergent work, overhauls, and projects; focus on strategic procurement practices while conducting complex negotiations under aggressive timeline demands
Education DescriptionYour background includes:Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science or other related disciplineWill consider relevant job-related CenterPoint Energy experience for non-degree candidates
Experience
5+ years of relevant work experience required in strategic sourcing with responsibilities for large, complex negotiations with vendors and a proven record of achieving bottom-line savings for year-over-year sustainable cost reduction. Has experience with driving value through understanding market dynamics along with a working knowledge of category management principles.
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to youCompetitive payPaid trainingBenefits eligibility begins on your first dayTransit subsidiesFlexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time offAccess to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in HoustonProfessional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date:
11/06/2024
Posting End Date:
11/13/2024
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.#LI-CNP
Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.Our Commitment:
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.Job SummaryCenterPoint Energy
is looking for a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
to join our
Gas Procurement Team , located in
Houston, Texas .
You will have the ability to: lead the development and execution of highly complex, holistic, enterprise-wide category strategies, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, rapid sourcing/negotiation and risk management. Develops, implements and maintains proactive strategies for assigned categories creating spend leverage across CenterPoint Energy's footprint. The position negotiates work scopes and pricing with vendors and develops contracts using established protocols as defined by the company. Engages all levels of the organization, including senior staff, to develop and execute sourcing strategies. Serves as subject matter resource and formally or informally mentors other Sourcing Specialists.Essential FunctionsTo be successful in this role you will:Develop, implement, and manage strategies and plans to support the Strategic Sourcing process for assigned commodities/services in alignment with the internal clientProvide category expertise to internal clients through spend analytics, market research and cost modelingLeverage industry knowledge and technology to establish should cost models, identify opportunities for spend leverage, and drive supplier negotiationsActively monitor industry trends and best practices related to category assignments and incorporate them into category and execution plansResearch 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.Ensure end user requirements are satisfied, develop change management activities, promote end user adoption, provide training and monitor end user satisfaction and needsEnsure quality and stability of supply of materials/services, monitor the timeliness of the deliveries/performance, and identify patterns.Work with clients to formulate and define the scopes and objectives of procurement transactionsProvide expertise to ensure that Service Level Agreements meet the needs of the end-user client areaIdentify and pursue opportunities to lower the total cost of goods and services; provide supply planning and analysis; and conduct supplier performance and relationship managementManage the procurement process to provide appropriate materials, supplies, and services for day-to-day requirements, as well as, emergent work, overhauls, and projects; focus on strategic procurement practices while conducting complex negotiations under aggressive timeline demands
Education DescriptionYour background includes:Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science or other related disciplineWill consider relevant job-related CenterPoint Energy experience for non-degree candidates
Experience
5+ years of relevant work experience required in strategic sourcing with responsibilities for large, complex negotiations with vendors and a proven record of achieving bottom-line savings for year-over-year sustainable cost reduction. Has experience with driving value through understanding market dynamics along with a working knowledge of category management principles.
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to youCompetitive payPaid trainingBenefits eligibility begins on your first dayTransit subsidiesFlexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time offAccess to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in HoustonProfessional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date:
11/06/2024
Posting End Date:
11/13/2024
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.#LI-CNP