Company Summary Statement
As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities - PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy - provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL's companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
Overview
The Manager of Supply Chain Transformation will lead strategic efforts to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and overall performance of the Supply Chain function. This role requires a driven leader able to engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure access to qualified suppliers throughout the company's Supply Chain. This position is responsible for supporting PPL's supplier engagement, and will represent PPL within their local community in support of efforts to network with potential suppliers and other stakeholders. The ability to network and collaborate internally and externally in multi-cultural environments is essential for success.
This position reports directly to the Director, Supply Chain Transformation.
This position can be based out of PPL's corporate office located in either Allentown, PA or Providence, RI
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Responsibilities
Supplier Engagement - Develop and execute strategies to enhance supply base for all operating companies.
Regulatory Compliance - Ensure compliance with state, local and federal laws and regulations related to supply chain including required reporting. Responsible for training sourcing and procurement team members on requirements and developing monitoring to ensure compliance.
Relationship Building - Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand what sourcing opportunities exist for the company, what suppliers may be qualified to provide those services, and how the company can support suppliers in local communities throughout PPL's service territories.
Change Management - Research, assess, recommend, and implement new industry best practices, taking into consideration benchmarking data from other utilities. Lead change management efforts for impacted stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of new processes, technologies, and practices.
Supply Chain Sustainability - Promote the development and enhancement of tracking and reporting mechanisms to further advance and support corporate sustainability goals.
Supplier Development - Develop and execute training programs for qualified suppliers to support their ability to provide goods and services throughout the PPL enterprise.
Cost Savings - Support the implementation of cost savings opportunities across the supply chain through process optimization, identification of strategic sourcing opportunities, and other initiatives.
Collaboration - Work closely with cross functional teams including Procurement, Logistics, IT, and Finance to ensure seamless integration and alignment of supply chain initiatives.
This position may be assigned a storm role that will require work outside of normal business hours.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience on a year-for-year basis required.
Minimum of five years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Supplier Diversity, Procurement or Utility Operations.
Physical presence in the office/on-site is required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among co-workers as necessary
Possess both strong communications and Presentation skills (oral/written) and be able to effectively network with a variety of people at various levels within the company, supply base and business community.
Ability to analyze data to identify business trends and proactively source qualified suppliers.
Preferred Qualifications
Cost analysis and management
Strategic thinking
Negotiation skills
Project management skills
Cross-functional leadership skills
Internal stakeholder management
Supplier relationship and management skills
Conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently
Work Conditions
Normal Office Environment.
Hybrid Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday in-office, with additional days in-office required subject to business need. Hybrid/in-office schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the company and based on business need.
Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 20-30% of the time, including local travel and overnight travel throughout PPL's service territories.
Work hours: Standard business hours (M - F, 8am - 5pm); hours may occasionally vary due to business need, external engagements, events, etc.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience on a year-for-year basis required.
Minimum of five years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Supplier Diversity, Procurement or Utility Operations.
Physical presence in the office/on-site is required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among co-workers as necessary
Possess both strong communications and Presentation skills (oral/written) and be able to effectively network with a variety of people at various levels within the company, supply base and business community.
Ability to analyze data to identify business trends and proactively source qualified suppliers.
Preferred Qualifications
Cost analysis and management
Strategic thinking
Negotiation skills
Project management skills
Cross-functional leadership skills
Internal stakeholder management
Supplier relationship and management skills
Conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently
Work Conditions
Normal Office Environment.
Hybrid Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday in-office, with additional days in-office required subject to business need. Hybrid/in-office schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the company and based on business need.
Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 20-30% of the time, including local travel and overnight travel throughout PPL's service territories.
Work hours: Standard business hours (M - F, 8am - 5pm); hours may occasionally vary due to business need, external engagements, events, etc.
Supplier Engagement - Develop and execute strategies to enhance supply base for all operating companies.
Regulatory Compliance - Ensure compliance with state, local and federal laws and regulations related to supply chain including required reporting. Responsible for training sourcing and procurement team members on requirements and developing monitoring to ensure compliance.
Relationship Building - Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand what sourcing opportunities exist for the company, what suppliers may be qualified to provide those services, and how the company can support suppliers in local communities throughout PPL's service territories.
Change Management - Research, assess, recommend, and implement new industry best practices, taking into consideration benchmarking data from other utilities. Lead change management efforts for impacted stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of new processes, technologies, and practices.
Supply Chain Sustainability - Promote the development and enhancement of tracking and reporting mechanisms to further advance and support corporate sustainability goals.
Supplier Development - Develop and execute training programs for qualified suppliers to support their ability to provide goods and services throughout the PPL enterprise.
Cost Savings - Support the implementation of cost savings opportunities across the supply chain through process optimization, identification of strategic sourcing opportunities, and other initiatives.
Collaboration - Work closely with cross functional teams including Procurement, Logistics, IT, and Finance to ensure seamless integration and alignment of supply chain initiatives.
This position may be assigned a storm role that will require work outside of normal business hours.
Remote Work
The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
