Category Manager (Assoc., Intermed., Senior or Lead)

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview

The purpose of this position is to manage the acquisition of a variety of corporate requirements, and issue contractual commitments.  This position is authorized to make award decisions up to a designated amount on any individual procurement before requiring additional management review. Responsible for procuring materials and services at the best evaluated total cost of ownership, and assuring quality and schedule compliance in accordance with the end user's requirements. In addition, this position provides contract management support, conducts negotiations, performs market, price and financial analyses, manages internal customer satisfaction and manages supplier performance and relationships, and drives continuous improvement and productivity with suppliers and customers. 

 

This position will report in office on a hybrid schedule and can be based out of PPL's corporate office located in either Louisville, KY or Allentown, PA.

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Qualifications

The Category Manager position may be hired at the Associate, Intermediate, Senior or Lead level.  Level offered will be determined by the successful candidate's background, education & experience. 

 

Basic Qualifications

Associate level

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain. business, engineering, or related field.

Intermediate level

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or related field or 5 years related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of logistics, materials, or services buying experience.
• Supply Chain and market knowledge of products, equipment, and services.
• Basic knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues.

Senior level

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or related field or 8 years related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of logistics, materials, or services buying experience.
• Supply Chain and market knowledge of products, equipment, and services.
• Basic knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues.

Lead level

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of logistics, materials, or services buying experience.
• Supply Chain and market knowledge of products, equipment, and services.
• Basic knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Electric and Gas Utility supply chain (Distribution and/or Transmission and Substations).
• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (C.P.S.M). or other Supply Chain Certification.
• Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement models.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and databases.
• Demonstrated problem-assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service focus supporting an operating company, with ability to build credibility with internal clients and external suppliers.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work Conditions

Normal office environment. Hybrid in-office/remote position.

 

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Responsibilities

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