<p>JOB SUMMARY: In one or two sentences, provide a brief overview of the purpose or function of the job. Why does this position exist? "This position is responsible for…"</p> <p>Responsibilities will include initiating, monitoring, and supporting lighting material procurement and receiving processes for both Alabama and Georgia Power lighting groups. This position will work with lighting sales, engineers, construction coordinators, Supply Chain partners and vendors to facilitate material processes to support lighting's goals of net income and customer satisfaction. This position will be responsible for material analysis of all lighting material, inventory management, creating and tracking Purchase Requisitions within Maximo, supporting the Special Material Requirements (SMR) process, reporting, and assisting in material standardization. In addition, this position will be responsible for managing all material for both new business large lighting projects as well as large conversion projects. This position will be managing confidential and competitive information on pricing quotes from vendors.</p> <p>JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills )</p> <p>Education:</p> <ul> <li>A two or four-year degree is a plus. </li></ul> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Two years street & area lighting or equivalent experience desired.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks.</p> </li><li> <p>Initiative-taker who enjoys working on "big picture" issues and problem solving.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong data analysis and reporting skills.</p> </li></ul> <p>Knowledge and Skills:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Knowledge of Alabama and Georgia Power lighting material, rates, contracts, procedures, programs, and processes strongly desired</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of JETS, Maximo, and Lamp 2.0 a plus</p> </li><li> <p>Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Power BI, is a must.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to properly represent Alabama and Georgia Power at various public events, internal and external meetings.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborator with the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with Lighting personnel across the system, vendors, as well as with various functional areas of Southern Company Operating Companies.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong analytical and organizational skills</p> </li><li> <p>Strong attention to detail</p> </li><li> <p>Must align with Our Values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance)</p> </li></ul> <p>MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Specify major duties performed by the job and % of time spent on duties.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Inventory management.</p> </li><li> <p>Data analysis of lighting material for usage, inventory levels, and standardization.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate the Purchase Requisition (PR) process of special-order lighting materials with Maximo.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate the SMR process by tracking quotes, orders, and promise dates.</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate and track lead times of lighting material.</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor vendor reports of product availability and shipment to identify missed promise dates.</p> </li><li> <p>Support our Warranty Testing Center and process warranty returns/credits.</p> </li><li> <p>Complete and maintain various lighting material reports.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist in updating and creating new processes related to materials.</p> </li><li> <p>Complete material audits throughout the state at both the LMDC and Region Warehouses.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage material (ordering, staging, lead-times, etc.) for large lighting projects.</p> </li></ul> <p>Time Allocations (approximate)</p> <ul> <li> <p>Material Request & Procurement: 60%</p> </li><li> <p>Reports & Material Analysis: 25%</p> </li><li> <p>Support: 6%</p> </li><li> <p>Miscellaneous: 5%</p> </li><li> <p>Physical Inventory Audits: 3%</p> </li><li> <p>Committee/Conferences: 1%</p> </li></ul> <p>About Southern Company</p> <p>Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .</p> <p>Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and bene?ts will also be provided during the hiring process.</p> <p>Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.</p> <p>Job Identification: 12452</p> <p>Job Category: Customer Service</p> <p>Job Schedule: Full time</p> <p>Company: Southern Company Services</p>