Procurement Analyst

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Job Summary

Supports Procurement Consultants, Procurement Specialists, and Category Managers in the execution of sourcing and contracting initiatives.  Supports analytical work including but not limited to: spend analytics, market complexity, data collection, performance metrics, risk considerations, pricing, total cost of ownership, demand planning, and reporting. Assists with sourcing strategy development, decision making, and contract negotiations. May lead or direct less complex sourcing activities.

Job Description

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company — we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you

What You'll Do:

This role will contribute to the Contract Labor Program.

• Monitor and maintain contract supplier services for the Contract Labor Program within AEP's Corporate Procurement.

• Plan and coordinate intermediate-level procurement initiatives related to the Contract Labor Program.

• Serve as the procurement liaison and be the point of contact between the program suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with all staffing agencies and suppliers.

• Participate in the evaluation of service performance, supplier quality, and pricing structure are at an optimal level.

Support day-to-day program activities while utilizing the vendor management system.

Examples of such activities include:

• Address pricing questions/issues

• Address questions/concerns related to the terms of the program agreement

• Consult with hiring managers regarding the business requirements of the position

• Communicate benefits of the program to the business units

• Educate stakeholders and hiring managers on the program and associated processes

• Coordinate position-testing requirements

• Run reports

• Enforce program compliance

• Work with AEP Accounts Payable on program invoice issues, while minimizing future invoice discrepancies

Facilitate change management regarding strategic initiatives and relationship building efforts among suppliers, internal stakeholders, and Procurement.

Activities will include:

• Identify and help remediate systemic issues with program performance

• Conduct educational sessions related to the program structure and processes

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for program users 

What We're Looking For:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field; Or 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience:  In addition to any experience required above, 3 years of relevant customer service and/or procurement experience required.

Additional Expectations:

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired.

Familiarity with Maximo and Cognos preferred.

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.

What You'll Get:

$80,000.00-$90, USD)/Annually

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$72, ,474.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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