Manager, Enterprise Material (Procurement)

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Manager, Enterprise Materials Procurement is responsible for strategically leading category management, sourcing direction, supplier relationship management, and long-term procurement planning across Enterprise Materials categories supporting CenterPoint Energy's Electric and Gas Operations. This role provides oversight for critical utility material categories, including but not limited to Meters & Regulators, Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), Safety Supplies, Gas Material Distribution, Electric Material Distribution, and Gas Pipe Support. The manager partners closely with key business stakeholders to ensure the supply base can reliably support enterprise objectives, system reliability, growth programs, emergency response, and day-to-day operations using appropriate metrics and benchmarking. The Manager provides governance, strategic direction, escalation management, and decision support to ensure effective execution and alignment with enterprise procurement strategies.

Essential Functions

• Leads strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize company spend and achieve business objectives.
• Partners with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
• Manages the end-to-end sourcing process, including proposal development, bidding, evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Develops and executes data-driven analyses to support sourcing decisions and category strategy development.
• Evaluates alternatives and recommends solutions that align with business needs and risk considerations.
• Ensures adherence to purchasing policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintains ownership of Supply Chain policies, procedures, standard work instructions, and training materials.
• Oversees maintenance of Supply Chain intranet and supplier portal content.
• Leads the development and negotiation of supplier contracts, including master and blanket agreements, to mitigate risk and meet business requirements.
• Monitors market conditions to ensure effective cost, quality, and supply management.
• Develops and implements evaluation tools (e.g., scorecards, should-cost models, total cost of ownership models) to support procurement decisions.
• Manages supplier relationships, including pricing, contract administration, and performance monitoring.
• Leads, mentors, and develops a team of Buyers to achieve departmental goals and build organizational capability.

Education Description

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a supply chain or business discipline.

Experience

• 6+ years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of ERP systems functionality and design. Direct experience in leading tactical procurement initiatives and contract negotiations. Must have demonstrated experience in procurement analytics, process management, leadership and staff development

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 07/29/2026​
Posting End Date: 08/12/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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