Senior Corporate Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
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 Corporate
Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our Corporate Procurement
Department, located in Houston, Texas. You will have the ability
to: lead the execution of transactional procurement tasks such as
contract support, RFPs, issuance of POs, order expediting, and
troubleshooting invoice holds. The position negotiates work scopes
and pricing with vendors and develops contracts using established
protocols as defined by the company. Works collaboratively and
proactively to identify process improvement opportunities. Serves
as a subject matter expert and formally or informally mentors other
Procurement Specialists.Essential FunctionsTo be successful in this
role you will:
- Perform SAP transactions and other duties as required by
purchasing professionals/staff.
- Procure standard materials and services from suppliers at the
lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability, and
need
- Complete bid evaluations, cost analysis, price justification,
and risk assessment for suppliers.
- Create and manage purchase orders and execute RFPs for
materials and services
- Negotiate, award, and implement contracts and purchase
orders
- Manage new vendor processes
- Work with business unit to formulate and define the scope and
objective of purchases.
- Proactively communicate with internal departments and
procurement on delays that affect operations
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Business Units to resolve
supplier accounting issues
- Ensure proper documentation is provided by suppliers and that
all procurement activities adhere to established policies and
procedures
- Develop strong working knowledge of all procurement systems and
processes
- Provide expertise to ensure that Service Level Agreements meet
the needs of the end-user client area. ExperienceYour background
includes:
- Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Supply
Chain, Engineering, Computer Science or other related
discipline
- Will consider relevant job-related CenterPoint Energy
experience for non-degree candidates Education
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience required in
procurement with responsibilities for large, complex negotiations
with vendors and a proven record of achieving bottom-line savings
for year-over-year sustainable cost reduction.
- Experience with mentoring of junior procurement specialists and
is seen as a leader within the team/organization.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Strong knowledge and experience with SAP
- Experience using Coupa a plus 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 you
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Transit subsidies
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness
center at our headquarters in Houston
- Professional growth and development programs including 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 Job Type: Full Time Posting Start Date: 10/21/2024
Posting End Date: 10/28/2024 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
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Galveston , Senior Corporate Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Professions , Houston, Texas
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