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FirstEnergy · 1 day ago

Procurement Specialist

Akron, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility committed to operational excellence and community strength. They are seeking a Procurement Specialist to collaborate with stakeholders on sourcing initiatives, optimize contracting strategies, and leverage technology for supplier spend analysis.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supporting the strategic category manager in achieving significant cost reductions in assigned categories

Defining contracting optimization strategies that seek total cost of ownership and service level improvements

Working directly with stakeholders (users and support areas) to develop optimization strategies and improvement execution plans

Leveraging technology, analytics, and tools to collect and analyze supplier spend data to drive savings

Analyzing supplier performance data and provide input to category sourcing strategy

Developing strategic plans for contracting and improving managed categories

Ensuring execution of strategies within user area

Leading supplier selection and management

Measuring and tracking performance of overlooked suppliers

Developing knowledge and best practices in the categories within areas of responsibility

Ensuring user satisfaction of the strategic sourcing process

Keeping strategic manager informed about procurement progress

Planning and leading RFP processes in assigned categories

Coordinating with users’ technical assessment of received proposals

Negotiating contract conditions that are more favorable for FirstEnergy

Tracking market dynamics of categories

Defining cost benchmarks for categories under management

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementSourcing StrategiesContract NegotiationMarket Intelligence SoftwareSpend AnalyticsStakeholder EngagementPerformance TrackingTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, business administration, engineering, or related discipline and 2+ years of related work experience is required

In lieu of a degree, High School or equivalent and 4+ years related work experience is required

Related work experience includes supply chain or sourcing

Successful implementation of category improvements

Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures

Preferred

Specific utility level experience preferred in procurement of Material & Equipment, Professional Services or Utility Services is preferred

Benefits

Competitive pay plus incentive compensation

A company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution

A choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs

Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Company

FirstEnergy

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We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees