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_FirstEnergy at a Glance_

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity 

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [FEU].

This position is responsible for the development & creation of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supporting Transmission and Distribution capital and O&M projects. This position will work closely with the FET Forecasting group in support of project forecasting, budgeting, and journals. The position will participate in Forecasting’s Financial Review and Accrual meetings. The position will also work closely with Transmission’s Project Managers to ensure the timely and accurate processing of service entry sheets and support the development of the monthly accruals. The position will also work with Supply Chain to ensure that contract terms with the A/E firms, construction contractors, and material vendors are followed. Interacts with vendors to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and obtain available discounts on eligible purchase orders as well as resolve issues that may arise.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Project Processing Controls and can be located at any of the FE major hubs Akron, Reading, Greensburg, Fairmont, Morristown/Holmdel, Erie or Toledo.

Responsibilities at the Business Technician:

+ Demonstrating a commitment to FirstEnergy Core Values and Behaviors, including Safety.

+ Providing analytical support to Project Managers and Financial groups using Coupa, Microsoft Excel and QlikView/Power BI.

+ Supporting management by completing ad-hoc requests.

+ Supporting the supply chain cycle by creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders from outline agreements.

+ Receiving and processing invoices in a timely manner to receive vendor discounts. Ensuring the accuracy of the accounting, timesheets, and rates.

+ Providing support for the budget by monitoring and analyzing invoice payments.

+ Providing support to leadership, peers, and vendors.

+ Preparing and maintaining reports and summaries.

+ Supporting storm activities as needed.

+ Assisting and participating in FET Forecasting and meetings.

+ Independently anticipating and working to meet customer needs.

+ Supporting team members and other departments when called upon.

+ Communicating effectively both verbally and written.

+ Building relationships and credibility across the organization.

Qualifications at the Business Technician:

+ Associate degree in a related field is preferred.

+ 0-2 years relevant experience is required. Relevant experience includes creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders, data reporting, analysis, and recommendations, and general understanding of accounting principles such as accruals, budgets, etc.

+ Basic teamwork and interpersonal skills.

+ Basic analytical abilities involving moderately complex problems; exercise sound judgment.

+ Basic leadership and organizational skills.

+ Ability to learn Coupa, SAP, CREWS, QlikView/Power BI, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Working safely according to company policies and procedures.

+ Delivering quality, accurate work within established deadlines.

+ Strong written and oral communications skills

+ Demonstrate a solid commitment to the First Energy Core Values and Behaviors and all aspects of safety.

+ Highly motivated; experience working independently with a high level of productivity.

**_Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity_** _ _

_ At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.   _

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**_Safety _** _  _

_  Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards. _