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Vistra Corp. · 2 days ago

Procurement Specialist - Irving, TX

Irving, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Vistra Corp. is a global leader in energy solutions, and they are seeking a Procurement Specialist to implement contractual protections and coordinate key project contracts. The role involves leading sourcing events, facilitating procurement processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies that deliver savings.

EnergyRenewable EnergySustainability

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate contracts, SOWs, etc. in Vistra’s contracting tool, including managing the redlining process

Facilitate internal stakeholder & legal review, resolving non-standard contract terms

Manage contract documents on an ongoing basis – contract expirations, renewals, amendments, terminations, etc

Maintain accurate contract data in contracting and purchasing tools

Support PO creation and resolution of invoicing exceptions and guide buyers as needed

Support of emergent procurement needs during after-hours/weekends/holidays on a rotating basis

Lead sourcing events (bids, RFIs, RFPs) across categories

Analyze spend and bids and develop cost savings estimates

Work with key stakeholders and Category Managers to gather business and technical requirements (scope of work)

Drive supplier selection process using score cards & assessing total cost of ownership

Support and promote Vistra’s supplier diversity program

Incorporate safety into daily work ethic and buying decision process

Team with Category Manager on strategies and contracting needs

Qualification

Contracting experienceSourcing experienceSupplier managementAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeNegotiation skillsConfidential information managementSupplier diversityCommunicationProblem-solving

Required

5+ years of contracting/sourcing experience or other related experience

Operational business knowledge, with understanding of sourcing, procurement, contracting and supplier management process

Demonstrated ability to conduct the sourcing process including preparation activities & running e-sourcing events

Demonstrated problem-solving and strong analytical skills

Enthusiasm for driving optimum business outcomes

Strong written and oral communication; ability to persuade others

Demonstrated strong understanding of common contract Terms & Conditions, including practical and risk impacts of those terms

Experienced in negotiation preparation and tactics

Intermediate Microsoft office capabilities (Excel, Word)

Ability to work with and manage confidential information

Occasional travel will be required

Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills (CPM, CPSM, JD)

Company

Vistra Corp.

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company, based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Founded in 2016

Irving, Texas, USA

5001-10000 employees