Senior Contracting Agent

Senior Contracting Agent

Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise, Idaho is looking for a Senior Contracting Agent to join our Supply Chain Procurement team. It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. This position is based at Idaho Power's downtown Boise location. We offer employees both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote after a period of demonstrated proficiency in their role.

The Senior Contracting Agent works independently and with minimal guidance to lead stakeholders in the development of internal customer materials and service contracts of significant risk and / or complexity. They lead the competitive bidding process, negotiations, and prepare comprehensive contract documents. The Senior Contracting Agent will meet business unit cost objectives with a focus on delivering the best value to Idaho Power.

In addition to the meaningful work we do, Idaho Power offers a strong work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A competitive candidate will have knowledge of :

• Contracting practices, terms, and conditions
• Developing and writing a statement of work
• Negotiation techniques and supplier management practices
• Competitive bidding processes
• Contracting strategies and principles for a wide range of service / goods industries
• ERP and EAM systems
• Business Acumen

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Minimum Requirements

Education : Bachelor's degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience : 6 or more years related work experience

Licenses & Certifications : Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Physical Requirements This position requires working at a desk / computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

Competencies : Building Partnerships, Business Acumen, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Planning and Organizing

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note : Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.