Supply Chain Process Lead Associate

AEP; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 74.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Descripción de la vacante

American Electric Power (AEP) is looking for an entry-level Supply Chain Process Lead based in Columbus, OH. You will craft executive-level PowerPoint presentations, translate complex data into concise narratives, and support process-improvement initiatives under supervision.

Expect collaboration with leaders and SMEs, and use of AI tools to boost productivity. You will design compelling communications for senior leaders, ensure branding and quality standards, and help prepare materials for

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, or 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Advanced PowerPoint experience for executive-level presentations.
• Experience with AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT.
• Strong business writing and communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts into clear narratives.
• Experience supporting executive leaders for leadership or board audiences.
• Attention to detail and delivering high-quality materials.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration with leaders, SMEs, designers, developers.
• Understanding of presentation design and visual storytelling.
• Knowledge of dashboards and reporting fundamentals is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and design executive-level PowerPoint presentations, leadership communications, and visual materials for senior leadership audiences.
• Transform complex business information, strategies, and data into clear, concise executive narratives.
• Partner with business leaders, stakeholders, and SMEs to gather content and develop audience-focused presentations.
• Utilize AI tools to enhance content creation, presentation design, research, and productivity.
• Ensure materials meet executive standards for quality, branding, formatting, and visual impact.
• Apply visual storytelling techniques to improve engagement and understanding.
• Provide recommendations to improve visual design of reports and dashboards; may collaborate with analytics teams.

Conocimientos

PowerPoint

AI tools

Business writing

Presentation design

Storytelling

Collaboration

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration

Herramientas

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Descripción del empleo

Category : Supply Chain/Logistics/Procurement

Job Summary

The entry-level Supply Chain Process Lead assists in planning and coordinating processes associated with Supply-Chain standard work. Main job responsibilities are creating executive-level presentations and communications that combine visual storytelling, concise messaging, and business insights. Responsible for supporting the implementation of basic process improvements under manager supervision.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Develop and design executive-level PowerPoint presentations, leadership communications, and visual materials for senior leadership audiences.
• Transform complex business information, strategies, and data into clear, concise, and compelling executive narratives.
• Partner with business leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to gather content and develop audience-focused presentations.
• Utilize Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and other approved AI tools to enhance content creation, presentation design, research, and productivity.
• Ensure all presentations and communication materials meet executive standards for quality, accuracy, branding, formatting, and visual impact.
• Apply visual storytelling techniques, including graphics, infographics, and presentation best practices, to improve audience engagement and understanding.
• Provide recommendations to improve the visual design and executive storytelling of reports and dashboards. While not responsible for report or dashboard development, this role may collaborate with reporting and analytics teams to enhance executive-facing content.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent as defined in experience requirements. If no degree, 4 years of work experience required.
• No prior experience required, but internships, related coursework preferred.

Other Must Haves

• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint experience, including development of executive-level presentations.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI tools preferred.
• Strong business writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts and create compelling visual and written narratives.
• Experience supporting executive leaders and preparing materials for leadership or board-level audiences preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with business leaders, subject matter experts, designers, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Understanding of presentation design, visual communication, and storytelling principles.
• Knowledge of dashboard and reporting fundamentals is a plus, but this is not a reporting, analytics, or Power BI development role.

Where You'll Work

• This is an On-Site role based out of Columbus, OH.

What You'll Get

• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) Match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.

Compensation

$74,000.00 - $90,000.00

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

“AEP offers an outstanding group of people to be a part of. The AEP culture values your integrity and awards your hard work.”

This role will be primarily focused on the services side of procurement, with an emphasis on Construction services categories. Responsibilities will include supporting sourcing, contracting, and ongoing contract administration activities within these services categories, as well as assisting with issue identification and resolution in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The role may also provide analytical and day to day support to senior/upper-level analysts who own specific services categories, helping with data analysis, strategic sourcing activities, execution of category strategies, and follow through on contract related actions.

Works autonomously in leading major, high-dollar, complex sourcing or contract development events. Serves as the subject matter expert for assigned categories of large or complex spend, custom requirements, or that support emerging or evolving programs or needs across or within the business units. Serves as a consultant to Category Managers, business units and Procurement Professionals in assigned categories on sourcing or contract development and formation.Writes the business deal and works with representatives of AEP legal, risk, safety, and other areas to secure AEP business interests. Individual shall have the skills to effectively engage business unit leadership and Supply Chain Procurement and Fleet Operations (SCPFO) leadership to accomplish procurement goals.

The Procurement Category Manager will act as Lead for assigned Procurement projects, programs, and sourcing categories. Main responsibly is to oversee the specific projects and sourcing categories by providing leadership to team members in a variety of strategic areas including sourcing, procurement, contracts, supplier relationship management, supplier development, and strategy development and execution. This position will have responsibility for achieving annual savings targets from $5 million to $20 million and manage categories with an annual spend in the from $100 million to $700 million for materials and services.To be successful, this individual requires highly advanced level of knowledge and responsibility for developing, negotiating, executing and maintaining strategic sourcing agreements for specific categories for the procurement of materials, equipment and/or services used by AEP internal customers. The Procurement Category Manager will identify cost reduction opportunities and capture real Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings (direct or indirect) by aggregating sourcing volumes.

AEP offers generous time off, competitive pay, and educational opportunities to help employees advance their careers.

Our culture is purpose-driven and team-oriented: we combine innovation with a customer-first focus to deliver reliable energy and brighter futures.