Oncor Electric Delivery

Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing

Dallas, TX

full_time

$137,075-$182,767

About This Job

Salary Range: $137,075-$182,767 Relocation: No About Us

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.

Position Summary

As a Technology Sourcing Senior Manager at Oncor, you’ll proactively lead and manage the selection of technology suppliers to ensure third party products and services meet the needs of Oncor. This role will ensure all technology contracts, totaling millions of dollars, are structured to deliver products and services at fair market prices and according to agreed terms meeting Oncor requirements and minimizing risks. This position will work closely with key stakeholders to optimize the goods and services suppliers provide to Oncor.

This position is a hybrid work environment with 3+ days in-office at the listed location.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead, coordinate and manage technology sourcing, contract management budgets, processes and tools.

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Serve as the primary liaison with sourcing stakeholders including, but not limited to technology asset owners, project teams, financial teams, Oncor legal, Oncor treasury, and technology suppliers throughout the sourcing process.

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Lead interpretation of contract terms and completion of contract changes.

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Engage technology teams to understand third party requirements and develop/enhance third party contracts to meet requirements.

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Partner with the Technology Supplier Relationship Management and Asset Management teams to provide briefings on suppliers and associated third party contract compliance, performance, costs, and value received.

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Serve as a leader educating and working with technology teams on the technology sourcing process.

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Participate in supplier benchmarking and provide market insight based on research and known industry data.

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Optimize contracts based on Oncor requirements and industry benchmarks.

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Serve as a leader in the management of technology products and service completive bids, contract negotiations, supplier requests and supplier selections.

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Lead, coordinate and manage resolution of risks, issues and decisions related to Technology Sourcing.

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Manage the technology sourcing pipeline and operational procurement end to end process.

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Provide strategic direction and guidance in the areas of technology strategic sourcing and procurement.

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Other duties as assigned.

Skills

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Solid project management skills related to technology delivery and operations.

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Excellent communication and presentation skills.

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Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity.

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Seeks feedback from others and applies such feedback where applicable.

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Self-motivated problem solver.

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Ability to build and develop a top talent workforce.

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Ability to communicate complex information to senior leaders.

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Ability to think and take action both strategically and tactically.

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Ability to stay organized while working on multiple projects.

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Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.

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Ability to analyze, interpret, and negotiate contracts.

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Ability to provide thought leadership and interact well with diverse audiences.

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Ability to work independently and make effective decisions with minimal oversight.

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Ability to organize, prioritize, and track tasks.

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Ability to organize and facilitate effective meetings.

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Ability to follow through on work assignments and commitments.

Education & Experience

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High School Diploma, GED or equivalent and 7+ years of related work experience with at least 5+ of those years within in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract management, and/or commercial governance.

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Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management Information System (MIS) or related area 6+ years of related work experience with at least 4+ of those years within in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract management, and/or commercial governance.

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Applicants with direct experience sourcing technology services including software as a service (SAAS), software, and hardware are encouraged to apply.

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Applicants with experience in the delivery of contracted services are encouraged to apply.

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Applicants with experience managing resources, both employee and contract, and working with outsourced service providers are encouraged to apply.

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Applicants with experience in the Electric Delivery business and Texas market are encouraged to apply.

Measure Of Success

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Oncor satisfaction with goods and services received from technology suppliers.

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Contract compliance.

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Effective management of the Oncor technology sourcing pipeline.

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Minimized and well-managed risks.

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Contracts that enable sustainable relationships with key suppliers.

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Successful leadership, influence, and maintained relationships with all stakeholders.

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Exhibition of critical thinking, collaboration, and respect that leads to problem resolution and higher-quality delivery.

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Demonstrated understanding of priorities for Technology function and broader organization.

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Consistently meets deadlines, manages assignments and resources with minimal supervision, and adjusts to changes in scope, direction, and priorities.

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Ability to track, document, and communicate effectively on multiple programs and/or projects.

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Support in development, training, and adherence to internal processes and procedures.

Benefits

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as:

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Annual incentive program.

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Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).

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Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.

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401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.

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401k match with student debt program.

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Cash balance pension plan.

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Adoption Assistance.

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Mental health resources.

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Employee resource groups.

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Tuition reimbursement.

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Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.

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Paid parental leave.

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Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.

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Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.

Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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