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Job Summary

The Procurement Specialist’s primary responsibilities are the creation of real value, including price savings and negotiating supplier contracts that mitigate risk for Vistra.  This role is expected to collaborate with internal stakeholders on objectives and requirements, with suppliers for negotiations, with Legal on contracting exceptions and with category managers on sourcing efforts. 

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Contracting & Procurement

Draft and negotiate contracts, SOWs, etc. in Vistra’s contracting tool, including managing the redlining processFacilitate internal stakeholder & legal review, resolving non-standard contract termsManage contract documents on an ongoing basis – contract expirations, renewals, amendments, terminations, etc.Maintain accurate contract data in contracting and purchasing toolsSupport PO creation and resolution of invoicing exceptions and guide buyers as needed

Sourcing

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 programIncorporate safety into daily work ethic and buying decision process

Category Management 

Team with Category Manager on strategies and contracting needs

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

5+ years of contracting/sourcing experienceOperational business knowledge, with understanding of sourcing, procurement, contracting and supplier management processDemonstrated ability to conduct the sourcing process including  preparation activities & running e-sourcing eventsDemonstrated problem-solving and strong analytical skills Enthusiasm for driving optimum business outcomesStrong written and oral communication; ability to persuade others Demonstrated strong understanding of common contract Terms & Conditions, including practical and risk impacts of those termsExperienced in negotiation preparation and tacticsIntermediate Microsoft office capabilities (Excel, Word)  Ability to work with and manage confidential informationExperience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills (CPM, CPSM, JD)

Key Metrics

Value delivered to the organization through multiple value levers (price savings, cost avoidance, etc.) as measured on an annualized and NPV basisOperational improvement (a) timely procurement of equipment,  supplies and services, (b) accurate data in contracting and purchasing systems, (c) manage contract expirations & renewalsInclusion of small and diverse suppliers as measured by inclusion of suppliers in bid opportunities and awardsManaging own- and third-party safety performance by leveraging learning events to identify corrective actions

Position may office from any Vistra location.

Job Family

Supply Chain

Company

Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Royal Lane Office

TexasWe are a company of people committed to:  Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.  If this describes you, then apply today!

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