Project Manager - Inventory Strategy

JOB SUMMARY

This position will provide project management, data reporting and analytics support for Inventory Control and Materials Management for Generation. Chapter 13 of the Generation playbook establishes the guidance and consistency to be followed. Employee will be Responsible for development, implementation reporting, and monitoring ofstrategic inventory initiatives such as Inventory Optimization, Parts Sharing and Technology deployment in supportof established goals for Inventory Management and Warehouse operations. This position will be responsible working closely with site Team leads, Materials Specialists, Warehouse Operations Managers, Category Managers and System Owners, to ensure that sufficient inventory is available at the best value while balancing risk and investment. The expectation of the position will be to support and promote Safety, Compliance, Customer Service, and Team initiatives in the workplace.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Analytical/diagnostic assessment skills are a plus

Experience

• Previous experience with material management & inventory fundamentals desired

• Power Generation, plant systems equipment, and maintenance experience desired

• Data Analytics experience required

• Project management experience desired

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills to evaluate and establish inventory parameters and daily inventory transactions

• Working knowledge of inventory analytics and forecasting/modeling concepts

• Technically skilled in the use of SQL, Excel, Access, Power BI, and Maximo

• Communication and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with customers and suppliers

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travel up to 25% of the time requiring overnight and out of town stay

• Data analytics using SQL, Excel, and Power BI

• Manage projects within materials and inventory management to help standardization across the fleet

• Ensure departmental compliance with all policies and guidelines

• Provide assistance as needed for Generation Warehouse teams

• Interface with Material Team Leaders and Material Specialists across Generation to identify criticality of stock items, evaluate min/max levels, and item descriptions and ensure Maximo data integrity

• Provide training to customers as required for Inventory Management and Technology enhancement to

• Work closely with Materials & Supplies Accounting to resolve inventory discrepancies and process concerns

• Support Chapter 13 and Materials Steering Committee directives

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Safety responsible

• Team player

• Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Southern Company's values of safety first, intentional inclusion, acting with integrity, and superior performance

• Strong organizational, time management, planning, and prioritizing skills

• Ability to perform and make sound decisions with limited supervision

• Innovative Mindset, Proactive, Aptitude for Technology

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 17720

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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