Job Information
Calpine Sourcing & Contract Management Specialist III in Houston, Texas
Description
Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)
Responsible for the review and ongoing administration of a variety of supply chain and procurement related contracts in support of internal corporate and power plant customers, including, but not limited to, Continuing Services Agreements, Master Parts and Services Agreements, Consulting Contracts, Professional Services Agreements, Software License Agreements, Purchase Order Terms & Conditions, and Equipment Rental Agreements. Works collaboratively with Legal and Corporate Insurance Departments and is responsible for negotiating standard contract templates with vendors by reviewing and managing language changes proposed by vendors through the required approval processes. Must possess ability to critically analyze and understand a multitude of contract terms and conditions, including warranty, indemnity, limitation of liability, insurance, and confidentiality. Works within the Sourcing & Contract Management team and across the entire Supply Chain Services department, and coordinates with corporate and plant stakeholders routinely and proactively to identify contract needs. Responsible for all contract functions from contract start-up to completion to administration, involving the appropriate stakeholders at all times. Support internal customers by responding quickly and efficiently to contract, research, and analysis requests, sometimes in high pressure situations. Other responsibilities include managing contract files and electronic databases, drafting and administering contract amendments, tracking critical deadlines and dates, ensuring insurance and safety compliance in support of contract administration, and preparing contracts and related files in accordance with all internal policies and procedures. Respond to internal and external audit requests. Participate in acquisition and divestiture activities as needed. Be responsible for review and management of all Statement of Works, Contracts tied to IST and Administrative Services.
Job Scope and Span of Control
In-depth or broad, extensive knowledge.
Highly skilled professional with wide-ranging, advanced technical experience to resolve complex issues.
Competent to work at very high level in multiple knowledge areas or functions as an advanced contributor.
Decision Making & Impact
Makes decisions on complex issues regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
Leads the research for innovations from external sources, and identifies opportunities to develop new processes, tools, services and techniques within the function.
Work Complexity & Independent Judgment
Works on complex issues and projects.
Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Independently selects methods, techniques, analytical approach and evaluation criteria.
Leadership
Determines methods and procedures for new assignments.
Serves as project/technical lead on medium to large projects; regularly coordinates with professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
Trains and mentors employees on technical skills.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in contract management and/or administration, or equivalent education.
Previous knowledge of various supply chain/procurement contracts required.
Experience with Industrial and Services Contracts a PLUS
Additional Calpine Information:
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)