Strategic Procurement & Contracts Associate

Northern Natural Gas; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

NV Energy in Las Vegas, NV seeks an Associate, Procurement & Contract Specialist to support Operations, Engineering, IT and admin purchasing, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

The role leads vendor solicitations, conducts bid evaluations, negotiates terms, issues purchase orders, tracks progress, and maintains compliance with company policies. Bachelor’s degree and six years of purchasing experience are expected, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field.
• Six years of related, progressive work experience.
• Purchasing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents.
• Travel and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement services in support of Operations, Engineering, IT and admin.
• Lead vendor bid solicitations and negotiations.
• Issue purchase orders and track orders, expediting as needed.
• Develop guidelines and provide training on procurement processes.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies.

Skills

Contract interpretation

Procurement planning

Vendor negotiations

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Financial accounting system

Job description

NV Energy in Las Vegas, NV seeks an Associate, Procurement & Contract Specialist to support Operations, Engineering, IT and admin purchasing, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

The role leads vendor solicitations, conducts bid evaluations, negotiates terms, issues purchase orders, tracks progress, and maintains compliance with company policies. Bachelor’s degree and six years of purchasing experience are expected, with strong analytical and communication skills.