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Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview

The Sr Manager – Warehouse Projects & Contracts oversees and optimizes warehouse contracts and strategic partnerships with 3PL suppliers; ensures compliance, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment with business goals; and manages vendor relationships and negotiating terms. This position will provide direction and integrated coordination of strategies and processes to affected stakeholders that will result in optimal levels of inventory through procurement and management of materials and logistics. This role will interface with project managers, material managers, third party warehouse and logistics companies, site personnel / construction contractors and may include direct or matrix supervisory responsibilities for material management personnel.

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Responsibilities

+ Operationalize best practices, strategies, and training to drive a safety mindset.

+ Draft, negotiate, and execute contracts for warehousing, logistics, and related services.

+ Manage and direct the work of the Strategic Warehouse Contracts team, including overseeing employee performance, and developing employees through appropriate recruitment, coaching, counseling, training and development.

+ Monitor contract performance, ensure compliance with terms, and identify areas for improvement.

+ Manage contract renewals, terminations, and amendments.

+ Maintain accurate records of all contracts and related documentation.

+ Develop and implement contract management strategies aligned with business objectives.

+ Analyze contract data to identify cost saving opportunities and improve efficiency.

+ Conduct market research and benchmark to ensure competitive contract terms.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with warehouse and logistics service providers.

+ Act as a point of contact for vendors, addressing issues, and ensuring timely resolution.

+ Evaluate vendor performance and recommend actions to improve service quality.

+ This position may be assigned a storm role which will require work outside of normal business hours.

+ All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis is required.

+ A minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory, warehouse management, procurement, or related field, including at least 5 years of formal supervisory experience

+ Valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Strong leadership and warehouse / purchasing / management skills to effectively manage 3PL relationship.

+ Strong leadership and management skills to effectively manage and develop employees.

+ Advanced experience in Excel including ability to develop charts, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and implement effective and efficient inventory and warehouse management strategies.

+ Strong communication and collaboration skills to interface with other departments and ensure smooth and efficient operations.

+ Knowledge of inventory and warehouse management software and systems to monitor and analyze performance metrics and ensure accurate inventory records.

+ Proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.

Work Conditions

Typical office or warehouse environment.

Potential exposure to heat, cold, stress, dirt, noise, etc. in company operating environments and storage facilities.

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis is required.

+ A minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory, warehouse management, procurement, or related field, including at least 5 years of formal supervisory experience

+ Valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Strong leadership and warehouse / purchasing / management skills to effectively manage 3PL relationship.

+ Strong leadership and management skills to effectively manage and develop employees.

+ Advanced experience in Excel including ability to develop charts, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and implement effective and efficient inventory and warehouse management strategies.

+ Strong communication and collaboration skills to interface with other departments and ensure smooth and efficient operations.

+ Knowledge of inventory and warehouse management software and systems to monitor and analyze performance metrics and ensure accurate inventory records.

+ Proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.

Work Conditions

Typical office or warehouse environment.

Potential exposure to heat, cold, stress, dirt, noise, etc. in company operating environments and storage facilities.

+ Operationalize best practices, strategies, and training to drive a safety mindset.

+ Draft, negotiate, and execute contracts for warehousing, logistics, and related services.

+ Manage and direct the work of the Strategic Warehouse Contracts team, including overseeing employee performance, and developing employees through appropriate recruitment, coaching, counseling, training and development.

+ Monitor contract performance, ensure compliance with terms, and identify areas for improvement.

+ Manage contract renewals, terminations, and amendments.

+ Maintain accurate records of all contracts and related documentation.

+ Develop and implement contract management strategies aligned with business objectives.

+ Analyze contract data to identify cost saving opportunities and improve efficiency.

+ Conduct market research and benchmark to ensure competitive contract terms.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with warehouse and logistics service providers.

+ Act as a point of contact for vendors, addressing issues, and ensuring timely resolution.

+ Evaluate vendor performance and recommend actions to improve service quality.

+ This position may be assigned a storm role which will require work outside of normal business hours.

+ All other duties and projects as assigned.

Remote Work

The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.