Project Procurement Specialist

Role Overview

• Ensure the efficient coordination and execution of procurement activities for assigned projects within the capital project portfolio
• Engage with project teams to organize, support, audit, and oversee the development, monitoring, and reporting of procurement plans for materials and services
• Direct the work activities of Project Procurement Consultants and/or Analysts
• Effectively engage business unit leadership and Supply Chain Procurement leadership to achieve procurement objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project teams to strengthen partnerships, enhance service levels, and drive coordinated Supply Chain performance metrics related to planning and execution
• Manage interactions between the Project Requisition Team and other Supply Chain Sourcing resources supporting project delivery
• Provide guidance to project teams on standards, policies, and procedures established by AEP Corporation and applicable regulatory entities
• Coordinate with the Project Requisition Team and Supply Chain Procurement Teams on all project-related material and service requirements
• Represent Supply Chain in project meetings and phase/stage gate reviews related to procurement activities
• Lead Supply Chain involvement in escalation, resolution, and development of corrective actions or recovery plans for project material issues
• Collaborate with project managers to develop procurement matrices and plans
• Develop and manage the Master Project Material List (BOM) for assigned projects, including estimated and actual pricing, PO/MR numbers, and expected delivery dates
• Monitor and report on all procurement planning requirements
• Manage and communicate quality, cost, and schedule impacts identified through Supply Chain activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, Digital disciplines, or a related field from an accredited university
• MBA, other related graduate degree, or Doctorate preferred
• Four (4) or more years of directly relevant experience in scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, and working with accounting practices is required
• Understanding of procurement/strategic sourcing, project controls, accounts payable, work management, and financial systems applications is preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and time management skills desired
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers
• Ability to influence, build credibility, and foster strong working relationships
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across complex projects
• Skilled in negotiating terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Ability to identify procurement related risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement platforms

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• unique comprehensive benefits package to support employee well-being