Procurement Manager

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading a team of procurement specialists responsible for the timely and efficient procurement of equipment, materials, supplies and services across multiple fossil generation sites and operating regions to support commercial availability and drive financial value for the business unit. The position is expected to demonstrate a broad-based knowledge of all aspects of the sourcing and procurement process as well as optimize process efficiency to lead the team in driving savings, implementing contractual protections, facilitating purchase orders, and invoice resolution. The position will also be responsible for leading special projects and other cross-cutting departmental activities and may also have responsibilities for purchasing and contracting as needed. Job Description Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities + Provide direct supervision and leadership to the procurement specialist team ensuring performance delivery consistent with defined organizational objectives, regularly reviewing performance metrics to ensure targets are met or exceeded + Lead the performance management and development processes for direct reports, including check-ins, year-end performance reviews to enhance competencies and facilitate growth and development opportunities for team members + Balance workload distribution across the procurement specialist team(s) to ensure optimal working conditions, high team performance and satisfactory service levels + Make and implement recommendations for organizational improvements or changes to the procurement team as appropriate to effectively support a continually evolving fleet + Proactively collaborate and communicate with supply chain leadership, category teams and cross functional groups such as AP, Tax, Legal, etc., regarding process improvement ideas, solutioning issues and championing sustainable changes within supply chain and/or other organizations + Maintain strong relationships and regular team communications with key client stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate efficient sourcing, contracting and procurement activities as well as solutioning problems and recommending improvements + Ensure contract quality across the procurement team to provide commercial protections, mitigate risk and adhere to company policies and practices + Provide oversight and guidance for staff negotiations with suppliers in negotiating commercial and legal terms, recognizing and supporting escalation to Legal and/or Risk and Insurance, business stakeholders, and senior supply chain leadership when necessary for resolution + Incorporate safety into daily work ethic, team leadership and buying decision process Education, Experience & Skill Requirements + High School diploma or GED + 4-5 years relevant procurement or contracting experience + Preferred 4 yearsu2019 relevant supervisory and leadership experience in sourcing or procurement + Sourcing practitioner that demonstrates solid knowledge and ability to prepare and execute one-off sourcing events, including e-Sourcing projects + Solid negotiation knowledge with ability to undertake negotiations of medium complexity, understanding what is important to Vistra and anticipating what is important to the counterparty; understanding of legal risks and practical effects of contract terms and conditions; ability to negotiate red lines of common commercial terms + Basic understanding of cost management principles including TCO, NPV, working capital and application of these concepts in sourcing decisions + Operational procurement expert with demonstrated ability to develop, apply, and improve the P2P process while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures + Ability to develop and maintain solid relationships with key stakeholders while influencing and/or challenging the status quo when necessary + Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills Key Metrics + Practice and promote safety first culture. + Align internal team objectives and work practices to achieve complimentary output. + Deliver high level of customer service through aligned vision and responsive management of issues. + Timely and efficient procurement of equipment, materials, supplies and services to support Luminant or Vistra Operations across direct staff and BPO provider where applicable + Creation of real value, including price savings, cost avoidance, and working capital management as well as supplier diversity/SBA targets + Effective management of contract creation, expirations, and renewals Job Family Supply Chain Company Vistra Corporate Services Company Locations Irving, Texas Texas _We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today_ _If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site._ It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at to make a request. Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customersu2019 needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the countryu2019s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the companyu2019s sustainability report at . Vistrau2019s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, u201clighting up lives, powering a better way forwardu201d and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at (. Come join us and be part of something special Click here to learn more about Vistra. _It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws._ If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at to make a request.

Created: 2026-04-27