Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

The Sr. Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for leading or supporting several departmental programs and process improvement initiatives, providing business analytics and reporting on key metrics and policy compliance, providing support for financial planning and budgeting, and supporting other supply chain functions – such as sourcing, contracting, purchasing, inventory and logistics – on cross functional projects. Also works closely with the functional managers on communication with the fleet, maintenance of the intranet page, planning and executing training and development opportunities.

The SCS Associate III works collaboratively with the Purchasing, Sourcing & Contract Management team, Inventory and Logistics, Legal, and Insurance groups among others to define and drive departmental process improvement projects. Partners with the functional leadership team on procedure, process development, internal controls, resolution of Internal Audit findings and recommendations and maintains a dashboard of all departmental metrics.

He/She engages with key plant and corporate personnel to determine their specific needs; collaborates with suppliers to assess emerging opportunities and develops scorecards in collaboration with stakeholders. Performs periodic survey of fleet, vendors and supply chain customers and tracks performance.

Job Scope and Span of Control

Highly skilled. Recognized technical expertise in own and possibly related functions. Performs a variety of complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge

Decision Makine & Impact

 Regularly makes decisions on non-routine or escalated technical issues. Independently prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade, group of related tasks, or functional area. Checks own work and possibly the work of others; work results are of the highest quality standards and advanced technical competency. 

Work Complexity & Independent Judgement

 Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity. Resolves the most complex technical issues, conferring with the Team Leader occasionally; may serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex issues.

Self-Management & Leadership

 Works under limited supervision. Prioritizes own weekly schedule and may guide others in completing tasks within clearly defined schedules as set by management. Regularly provides on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas.

Education & Experience

 A bachelor’s degree in business, management, supply chain, or a related field is required. 5 years minimum but 7 years’ experience preferred in sourcing and contracting or supply chain management or related discipline Previous experience in data analytics, sourcing and contracting, supply chain management, Project management and work leadership roles would be a plus.

Additional Benefit - Hybrid with On-Site in Houston, TX: Three times a week with Manager approval 

Additional Calpine Information

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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