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Vistra Corp. · 5 hours ago

Procurement Specialist

Irving, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Vistra Corp. is a global leader in the energy sector, and they are seeking a Procurement Specialist to drive savings and implement contractual protections. The role involves leading sourcing events, facilitating procurement processes, and working with key stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies that deliver quantifiable savings.

EnergyRenewable EnergySustainability

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead multiple sourcing events across categories under Luminant Nuclear Operations

Analyze spend and develop cost savings estimates

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

Conduct market analysis to profile the commodity based on business value and buyer influence

Conduct supplier negotiations, including negotiating commercial and legal terms

Draft, implement and manage contract expirations, renewals, amendments, terminations, etc

Develop and manage Suppliers capable of meeting safety, quality, cost, timing and technology expectations

Communication with internal stakeholders regarding their needs for materials and service, their perspective on supplier performance, etc

Conduct regular business reviews with Suppliers to address any performance improvement plans, savings opportunities, innovation, market trends, etc

Support and promote Vistra’s supplier diversity program

Purchases materials as needed, to support Vistra Nuclear supply chain operations

Qualification

SourcingContract ManagementNegotiationAnalytical SkillsSupplier Relationship ManagementMicrosoft ExcelSupplier DiversityMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCPM CertificationCPSM CertificationCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

5+ years managing large sourcing events and negotiating commercial & legal terms

Demonstrated problem-solving and strong analytical skills – able to construct/execute multiple analyses (e.g. TCO, NPV; cost-price analyses) simultaneously

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Preferred

Certifications – CPM or CPSM preferred

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