Manager - Supply Chain Delivery & Planning

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 Manager of Supply Chain Delivery and Planning leads a team responsible for sourcing, material planning, and delivery operations to support PPL's business objectives. This role ensures the efficient acquisition and supply of materials and services for engineering, construction, and operational needs, while driving process improvements, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction. The Manager leads strategic initiatives, oversees daily sourcing and planning activities, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration across business areas and supply chain functions. This leadership role provides support to designated business lines across the PPL enterprise for collaborative benefit attainment. This position provides guidance and direction to Supervisors and a professional staff to facilitate cost-effective service, optimized delivery of shared services, effective supplier engagement and contract coordination, achievement of customer service and safety commitments, and transmission and distribution system reliability for internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of supervisors and professional staff responsible for sourcing, material planning, and delivery operations. Ensure even workload distribution and provide backup support during absences.
• Oversee the acquisition of materials and services for capital projects, maintenance, and operational initiatives, ensuring compliance with supply chain strategies and business requirements.
• Direct the review, approval, and optimization of material requests, inventory levels, and supply chain flows to meet work management schedules and field force needs.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies with respect to the supply of materials and services to enhance service delivery and meet the evolving needs of our customers.
• Collaborate with internal business teams, supply chain managers, and logistics services to plan and implement strategic initiatives, allocate resources, and drive operational excellence.
• Promote supplier diversity, sustainability, and corporate responsibility in sourcing and delivery activities.
• Manage employee performance, and enable growth and development through regular coaching and feedback, and foster a supportive work environment conducive to career growth and professional development.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies with respect to the supply of materials and services to enhance service delivery and meet the evolving needs of our customers. Leverage analytical tools, and develop data-driven recommendations for process, procedure, and tool enhancements.
• Continuously improve operational processes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery. This includes defining, managing, and monitoring Min/Max levels throughout the Supply Chain organization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Own the inventory master and oversee replenishment models.
• May be assigned an emergency and storm restoration role, requiring after-hours work during critical events.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, IT, or related technical field.

Required Experience:

5+ years of sourcing experience, including experience with negotiation of commercial Terms and Conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Two or more years of electric or gas utility operations sourcing experience.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or equivalent program.
• Business, Engineering or Supply Chain Management degree.
• Experience in utility operations.
• Master of Business Administration degree.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, IT, or related technical field.

Required Experience:

5+ years of sourcing experience, including experience with negotiation of commercial Terms and Conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Two or more years of electric or gas utility operations sourcing experience.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or equivalent program.
• Business, Engineering or Supply Chain Management degree.
• Experience in utility operations.
• Master of Business Administration degree.
• Supervise and manage a team of supervisors and professional staff responsible for sourcing, material planning, and delivery operations. Ensure even workload distribution and provide backup support during absences.
• Oversee the acquisition of materials and services for capital projects, maintenance, and operational initiatives, ensuring compliance with supply chain strategies and business requirements.
• Direct the review, approval, and optimization of material requests, inventory levels, and supply chain flows to meet work management schedules and field force needs.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies with respect to the supply of materials and services to enhance service delivery and meet the evolving needs of our customers.
• Collaborate with internal business teams, supply chain managers, and logistics services to plan and implement strategic initiatives, allocate resources, and drive operational excellence.
• Promote supplier diversity, sustainability, and corporate responsibility in sourcing and delivery activities.
• Manage employee performance, and enable growth and development through regular coaching and feedback, and foster a supportive work environment conducive to career growth and professional development.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies with respect to the supply of materials and services to enhance service delivery and meet the evolving needs of our customers. Leverage analytical tools, and develop data-driven recommendations for process, procedure, and tool enhancements.
• Continuously improve operational processes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery. This includes defining, managing, and monitoring Min/Max levels throughout the Supply Chain organization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Own the inventory master and oversee replenishment models.
• May be assigned an emergency and storm restoration role, requiring after-hours work during critical events.
• 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.