Supplier Diversity Program Manager

Minimum 5 years experience in Supplier Diversity, Supply Chain or related field
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills in a multidisciplinary environment
Strong organizational and project management skills
Experience in facilitating/leading work groups, cross functional process teams and focus groups
Independence – Ability to complete tasks and initiatives with minimal amount of supervision
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Work with the supply chain category leads, functional stakeholders, and budget owners to understand purchasing needs and minimum criteria to evaluate and match up diverse suppliers for eventual opportunities
Work with supply chain category leads and functional stakeholders to pre-qualify new suppliers, review incumbent supplier performance, resolve issues and provide guidance to enhance supplier capabilities and growth opportunities
Interacting with diverse supplier community and serving as Vistra brand ambassador through conferences, trade shows, participation in regional and national NGOs and individual conversations with business owners
Tracking and reporting interactions and opportunities with prospective diverse suppliers
Actively engage in the preparation of internal and external events promoting and recognizing Supply Chain Diversity efforts
Drive the Multi-Tier program and oversee and ensure timely and accurate reporting
Expand the boundaries of an already effective working relationship with internal stakeholders and budget owners within the retail teams (TXU Energy, Dynegy, etc.), the generation teams (Fossil, Renewables, Nuclear) and the corporate support organizations (legal, finance, tax, audit, etc.)
Provide ongoing support to Supply Chain Diversity Lead as requested

No preferred qualifications provided.