Director, Materials

Job Summary Provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for enterprise-wide procurement activities supporting utility operations, including electric, gas, and corporate functions. Accountable for developing and executing sourcing strategies, optimizing total cost of ownership, mitigating risk, and ensuring alignment with regulatory, operational, and financial objectives. Leads a team of procurement leaders and professionals responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and category management. Drives continuous improvement across procurement processes, systems, and governance to support operational reliability and long-term business performance. Establishes the long-term vision, strategy, and governance framework for utility procurement acrossmaterialscategory areas(e.g.,Utility Structure, Enterprise Materials and Engineered Equipment). Aligns procurement strategies with enterprise goals, capital programs, and regulatory requirements specific to utility operations. Partners with executive leadership, including Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Legal, to ensure sourcing decisions support business priorities and risk tolerance. Ensures adherence to all regulatory requirements and audit standards applicable to utility procurement activities. Provides executive oversight of complex sourcing events,includingcost modeling,RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplierselectionfor high-value or critical categories. Drives standardization and specification alignment across engineering and operationsand leads response to market constraints (capacity shortages, tariffs, commodity spikes) Essential Functions Owns strategic supplier relationships (OEMs, distributors, fabricators) and drives supplier performance, innovation and partnership for new materials and modernization technologies Manages procurement-related budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking using appropriate metrics and dashboards. Monitors and mitigates commodity exposure (steel, copper, etc.) and supports rate case justification with procurement data and cost transparency Leads, develops, and mentors procurement leaders and teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture. Provides executive oversightand governanceof procurement systems (e.g., ERP, sourcing platforms, supplier management tools). Education Description Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related fieldrequired. MBA or advanced degree preferred. Proven ability to lead large teams, influence senior leadership, and drive measurable business outcomes. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced procurement analytics. Experience 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, including leadership in a utility or highly regulated industry. Demonstrated experience leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations at an enterprise level. Strong knowledge of utility operations, capital project sourcing, and regulatory compliance considerations. 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 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: 06/09/2026 Posting End Date: 06/23/2026 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr CenterPoint Energy, Inc.