Generation Lead

Generation Lead

This role on the SCM Inventory Strategy team utilizes Generation plant experience to ensure end-user perspectives are incorporated into services provided by Supply Chain Management. The role utilizes first-hand plant experience and effective relationships to maximize the value delivered by projects, initiatives, and processes managed by SCM. This position will utilize subject matter expertise and project management skills to align SCM functions (e.g., Category Management, Transactions, and Inventory Strategy) with stakeholders in Planning, Maintenance, Engineering roles

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or other relevant technical disciplines preferred

- Supply Chain Management certification (e.g., Certified Purchasing Manager, Certified Professional in Supply Management, Professional Contract Manager, Certified Commercial Contract Manager) is a plus

- Project Management certification (e.g., Project Management Professional, Certified associate in project management) is a plus

Experience

- 5 to 10 years of Generation plant experience is a plus

- Experience as a System Owner or Outage Manager is a plus

- 3 to 5 years of project management experience with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality is a plus

- Experience working on cross-functional projects to implement process changes is preferred

Knowledge and Skills

- Knowledge of power plant operations and maintenance strategies

- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management functions and processes

- Professional written and verbal communication skills

- Facilitation skills

- Project management skills, including the ability to develop detailed project plans, breaking projects into tasks and sub-tasks with steady progression, milestones, and deliverables

- Proficient in Microsoft Office

- Reporting and data visualization is a plus

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

- This position will manage process improvement and technology projects related to inventory management and materials management. Projects will typically involve a broad range of stakeholders from different OpCos, business units, and departments.

- This position will work with Plant materials management teams to develop and execute inventory management strategies that optimize and reduce the plants cost to manage inventory across the fleet.

- This position will work with the SCM Procurement and Contracts teams to identify process inconsistences between the plants and develop a strategy to standardize and automate work when possible.

- This position will work with SCM Category Management to develop and execute category plans that identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, drive cost savings, manage risk, improve safety, drive innovation, and ensure the continuous development of categories managed.

- Interfaces with all levels of Supply Chain Management and Business Unit partners, including senior management.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

- Demonstrate Southern Company Values Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

- Ability to work within a team setting, including the ability to build and motivate a team toward a shared goal

- Demonstrated initiative and creativity coupled with a strong customer service focus

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 14238

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services