Senior Procurement Strategist — E&C (Flexible Hours)

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits eligibility on first day

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy, Inc. is seeking a Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities within Engineering & Construction Services.

You will partner with internal stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, execute complex procurement initiatives, negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization and risk reduction. The role requires independent operation, stakeholder influence, and the ability to manage multiple complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related experience equivalent of 8 years acceptable.
• 5+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies and competitive procurement events for engineering, construction, and professional services.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, commercial terms, and risk provisions with suppliers.
• Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships to support operational and capital project objectives.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and develop procurement solutions aligned with company goals.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, supplier consolidation, and risk reduction.
• Manage contract lifecycle activities including amendments, renewals, funding strategies, and performance monitoring.
• Support large capital projects by providing procurement guidance and ensuring timely execution of sourcing activities.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to inform procurement strategies.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and other internal stakeholders to resolve complex procurement issues.
• Mentor junior procurement professionals and share category expertise across the organization.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Engineering / Computer Science or related

Job description

CenterPoint Energy, Inc. is seeking a Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities within Engineering & Construction Services.

You will partner with internal stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, execute complex procurement initiatives, negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization and risk reduction. The role requires independent operation, stakeholder influence, and the ability to manage multiple complex