Manager, Utility Structures

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, Utility Structures Procurement is responsible for leading the procurement strategy, supplier management, commercial execution, and long-term supply planning for utility structure categories supporting CenterPoint Energys electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. This position provides leadership support to ensure a reliable, competitive, and resilient supply base capable of supporting capital expansion programs, grid modernization initiatives, system maintenance, storm restoration activities, and reliability-driven investments. The Manager leads commercial engagement with strategic suppliers, oversees complex sourcing events, and drives negotiations related to pricing, manufacturing capacity reservations, lead times, logistics, contract terms, and supplier performance guarantees. In this leadership role, the Manager supports departmental goals, business plans, cost commitments, performance expectations, and continuous improvement efforts through clear direction, appropriate metrics, benchmarking, and team development.

Essential Functions

• Leads strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize company spend and achieve business objectives.
• Partners with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
• Manages the end-to-end sourcing process, including proposal development, bidding, evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Develops and executes data-driven analyses to support sourcing decisions and category strategy development.
• Evaluates alternatives and recommends solutions that align with business needs and risk considerations.
• Ensures adherence to purchasing policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintains ownership of Supply Chain policies, procedures, standard work instructions, and training materials.
• Oversees maintenance of Supply Chain intranet and supplier portal content.
• Leads the development and negotiation of supplier contracts, including master and blanket agreements, to mitigate risk and meet business requirements.
• Monitors market conditions to ensure effective cost, quality, and supply management.
• Develops and implements evaluation tools (e.g., scorecards, should-cost models, total cost of ownership models) to support procurement decisions.
• Manages supplier relationships, including pricing, contract administration, and performance monitoring
• Leads, mentors, and develops a team of Buyers to achieve departmental goals and build organizational capability.

Education Description

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field required.

Experience

• 6+ years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of ERP systems functionality and design. Direct experience in leading tactical procurement initiatives and contract negotiations. Must have demonstrated experience in procurement analytics, process management, leadership and staff development.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. Its 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, well create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 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: 07/29/2026

Posting End Date: 08/12/2026

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