Job Description
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 job is to manage the supply chain for a wide variety of corporate requirements and issue contractual commitments with an estimated value of up to $200 million per year. This position will support PPL business functions in KY, PA and RI as assigned. Responsible for procuring EPC, EPCM, construction services, engineered equipment, engineering services, commodities, software/hardware, professional services, managed services for temporary labor, industrial services and construction project resource requirements on a best evaluated total cost of ownership basis, and assuring quality and schedule compliance in accordance with the end user's requirements. This position determines contract models and strategies, determines material supply chain models, interfaces, communicates with technical subject matter experts and executives, manages inventory, administers contracts, conducts negotiations, performs market/price/financial analysis, develops supplier relationships, tracks and manages supplier performance, and drives continuous improvement and productivity with suppliers and customers. This position is an experienced professional that works independently with minimal supervision and may provide guidance and direction to other PPL or LKE employees in support of high quality, timely and cost-effective resource acquisition activities. Responsibilities Develop negotiation strategies and company positions on complex (multi-million dollar) contracts, work with Office of General Counsel Legal or Risk Management Departments to identify and incorporate appropriate levels of commercial protection, and conduct negotiations to achieve the optimal business results for the company. Perform market analysis and financial analysis to determine business risk associated with a supplier or contract. Mitigate risk as necessary by using hedges for foreign currency, pursuing performance and payment bonds, or obtaining parental guarantees. Analyze and develop company position on claims and disputes, and subsequently consult with senior management to resolve/negotiate claims and disputes associated with complex procurements. Lead the supply chain process from specification/definition of need through contract administration and investment recovery. Evaluate sources of supply and develop optimal pricing methodology, warranty, and product/service performance requirements. Determine and utilize the most strategic supply chain model to acquire the necessary products and services at the maximum level of savings. Identify new sources of supply, and potentially acceptable new products/technologies. Establish/maintain professional relationships with suppliers/partners, based on the highest ethical business practices as set forth in the Standards of Integrity and PPL's Supply Chain Polices. Support complex capital projects (such as substation, gas pipe line construction, and line construction) by working with the project management team to develop the contracting strategy, project plan, identify required resources, acquire necessary equipment and services, and manage contract performance. Analyze and evaluate the levels of inventory in support of Electric and Gas Utilities. Determine and maintain appropriate stocking levels ($$$ or # of items), and identify the necessary warehousing locations, while at the same time reducing LKE’s or PPL's inventory carrying costs. Be the corporate expert for assigned Categories and know the market drivers, supplier base, emerging technologies, regulatory factors, categories spend by supplier, inventory, supplier and fill rate performance. Exhibit ownership of the entire suppl