Associate, Procurement & Contract Specialist

NV Energy; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NV Energy is seeking a senior procurement professional to ensure timely acquisition of vehicles, parts and IT materials, aligned with requisitions and company policies. You will collaborate across Operations, Engineering and IT to optimize sourcing, lead vendor negotiations, and manage orders from receipt to delivery.

The role requires strong contract knowledge, excellent organizational skills and the ability to train staff on requisition systems, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field with related purchasing experience or extensive prior work experience in purchasing.
• Six years of related work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contracts, purchasing policies and ability to read complex technical documents.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement services in support of Operations, Engineering, IT and administrative services.
• Lead vendor bid solicitation and commercial evaluation; issue final purchase orders per policy.
• Track orders, expedite when necessary, and communicate status to requestors.
• Generate purchasing agreements and monitor invoicing vs delivery; manage exceptions.
• Maintain electronic and paper filing system and ensure policy compliance.
• Coordinate vehicle sourcing, disposal, bids, and title transfers with Berkshire Hathaway Energy.
• Test procurement systems, train staff, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies.
• Provide backup in other areas as needed and support department goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Financial/accounting system

Job description

Basic Purpose The purpose is to provide support by ensuring that all material ordered through purchasing, including but not limited to vehicles, compression parts and materials, measurement parts and materials, corrosion parts and materials, and day-to-day operations materials, IT parts and materials, administrative offices parts and materials, are acquired and delivered on time as specified by purchase requisitions. In addition, the purpose of this position is to collaborate with like positions within BHE subsidiary business platforms to leverage efficiencies of the Holding Company with respect to risk, value, and bargaining.

Job Description

Basic Purpose The purpose is to provide support by ensuring that all material ordered through purchasing, including but not limited to vehicles, compression parts and materials, measurement parts and materials, corrosion parts and materials, and day-to-day operations materials, IT parts and materials, administrative offices parts and materials, are acquired and delivered on time as specified by purchase requisitions. In addition, the purpose of this position is to collaborate with like positions within BHE subsidiary business platforms to leverage efficiencies of the Holding Company with respect to risk, value, and bargaining.

Responsibilities

Working independently and using proprietary systems, provides procurement services in support of Operations, Engineering, IT and administrative services.

Handles a diverse range of complex assignments requiring the use of experience, problem solving, innovation and judgment in the procurement of goods and services as follows.

Based upon information received in company requisitions, leads the company solicitation for bid information from vendors for all goods and services required by company including but not limited to compression parts and materials, measurement parts and materials, corrosion parts and materials, and information technology parts and materials.

Leads the commercial evaluation of vendor proposals and post tender negotiations with prospective vendors. Issues final purchase orders to vendor in accordance with company policies and procedures with regards to lead times, quality, and operational needs. Once purchase order has been issued, tracks status of order and communicates with information to requestor. Expedites goods when necessary. Reviews exception reports to track material which has been invoiced by not delivered/received. Generates purchasing agreements with select vendors as needed.

Manages procurement initiative goal tracking and reporting in support of BHE and company initiatives. Independently produces management reporting information and analysis, and performs any additional responsibilities requested/required or independently determined. Develops company guidelines and provides in-depth training to others in their area of expertise. Utilizes skills to fulfill written communication requirements including letters, memos, statistical and other reports, project documentation, and other studies as requested. Manages Department of Transportation-required Material Test Report distribution.

Maintains electronic and paper filing system of documentation associated with procurement in accordance with company guidelines. Reviews documents to ensure accuracy.

Participates in vehicle sourcing team and coordinates activities with Berkshire Hathaway Energy. Leads initiative associated with the sourcing and disposal of vehicles including requests for bids, vendor comparison, post tender negotiations, vehicle disposal, and title acquisition, management, and transfer.

Tests Procurement system in Test Domain after system modifications or in preparation for migration to new operating system. Conducts training on use of system. Identifies system deficiencies and works with IT to correct. Trains all district and headquarters' administrative staff on entering requisitions and monitors company purchases for compliance with purchasing policies.

Provides backup in other areas where necessary. Performs administrative activities necessary for the effective management of the department including maintaining files, databases, back-up support, and resolution of issues as directed. Ensures proper account coding and categories are used on all transactions initiated or monitored. Supports department goals by attending department meetings and required training.

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Qualifications

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field with related purchasing experience or extensive prior work experience in purchasing. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) Six years of related work experience.

Education And Work Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field with related purchasing experience or extensive prior work experience in purchasing. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) Six years of related work experience.

Specialized Knowledge And Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Strong understanding of general legal issues and understanding to partner with internal business stakeholders to implement contracts to protect Company

Demonstrated skills such as:

• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents.
• Advanced computer skills and aptitude necessary to operate desktop and proprietary software related to work requirements (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, financial/accounting system).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies and procedures, contracts, request for services, requisitions, specifications, and safety rules.
• Excellent organization, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities to support the operations.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues and projects concurrently.

Equipment and Applications

PCs, word processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote locations required. Travel and work outside standard work hours as required.

About Us

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About The Team

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.