CenterPoint Energy

Manager, Emergency Logistics

Houston, TX

Full-time

About This Job

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Manager, Emergency Logistics within the Emergency Preparedness & Response department will be responsible for strategic planning, development and execution of logistics functions in emergency preparedness and response such as supplies, equipment, facilities, and personnel. The incumbent will be a subject matter expert in logistics and emergency management with demonstrated experience providing project implementation. This position is responsible for understanding and implementing complex company-wide initiatives that are technical in nature and impact every aspect of CenterPoint Energy’s business.

Essential Functions

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Demonstrated ability to implement and maintain complex logistics processes and procedures for emergencies aligned with national standards and industry best practices.

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Exercises discretion on complex problems including providing guidance to other team members.

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Demonstrated ability to lead cross disciplinary teams with electric and gas operations, supply chain, procurement, finance, information technology systems, and others to develop efficient and timely logistics management pre-emergency and during an emergency.

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Establishes relationships with turn-key providers, trade associations, and other critical infrastructure and emergency partners on essential logistical areas prior to emergencies and supports those same relationships during events.

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Demonstrated ability to develop a comprehensive end-to-end logistics process from preparedness initiatives and actions to emergency response and restoration.

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Develop and implement long-term logistics strategies to support the company’s readiness needs, ensuring logistical operations align with electric and gas operational requirements and readiness goals.

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Serves as subject matter expert in area of responsibility.

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Routinely interacts with leaders across the company.

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Provide leadership, guidance and direction to staff to assure appropriate projects are developed, implemented, and maintained according to project scope.

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Implements and maintains logistics processes and procedures in accordance with National Incident Management (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) principles.

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Evaluates and implements innovative solutions of unusually complex issues that are long term in nature and typically have major safety, financial and operational impacts on key business unit and Company objectives.

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Responsible for implementing program goals, project plans, budgets, and schedule.

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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24/7 availability to support emergency operations and disasters.

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Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Education Description

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Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

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5 or more years of logistics experience or combination of education and training.

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5 or more years of project management experience.

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Demonstrated experience in establishing and leading new initiatives that introduce cross organizational change.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA's)

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Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing emergency management.

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Understanding of the electric and natural gas utility industry.

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Ability to implement a vision and strategy that integrates the needs of various business lines into an integrated corporate view.

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Experience in creating metrics to monitor the effectiveness of new processes to meet the company mission.

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Skill in both verbal and written communication.

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Experience in crafting, editing, proofreading detailed reports to convey technical real-time information to an executive audience. In addition to experience writing/creating processes, procedures, and guidelines for detailed operational tasks.

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Experience coordinating with teams through stressful circumstances including during emergencies / crisis.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What We Bring To You

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Competitive pay

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Paid training

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Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

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Transit subsidies

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Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

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Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

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Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

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401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 04/16/2025

Posting End Date: 04/30/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

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60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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Job Summary

Essential Functions

Education Description

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Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA's)

We want you to know

What We Bring To You

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 04/16/2025

Posting End Date: 04/30/2025

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