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Strategic Sourcing Analyst Prin - Grants and Loans Compliance

American Electric Power · Columbus, OH · Today
On-sitePurchasing$99k–$129k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

Serve as Procurement's enterprise lead for Grants & Loans compliance activities associated with federally and state funded projects. Works independently in identifying and resolving moderately complex/complex sourcing opportunities and issues. Writes deal summaries and deal details for moderately complex agreements. Applies issue recognition and understands how issue recognition fits into the negotiation process. Applies problem-solving skills and uses creativity in problem solving. Develops, reviews and prepares agreements clearly, concisely, and effectively. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP System and identifies key stakeholders.

Job Description

  • Lead Procurement compliance strategy for grants and loan-funded projects.
  • Serve as subject matter expert for BABA, CPA, Davis-Bacon, Uniform Guidance, and agency-specific procurement requirements.
  • Develop governance frameworks, procedures, templates, controls, and compliance standards.
  • Partner with Grants & Loans, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Legal, Engineering, and Operations to ensure funding requirements are embedded into procurement processes.
  • Monitor compliance risks across funded project portfolios.
  • Lead procurement readiness assessments, audits, and agency reviews.
  • Deliver enterprise-wide training and compliance guidance.

Business Impact

This role provides strategic oversight and governance to ensure Procurement activities remain compliant with funding requirements and protects AEP's ability to secure and retain federal and state funding.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, or related field of study, or Associate's degree in Business Administration and two (2) years' of procurement experience in buying, contracting, or supply chain.
  • Minimum of five (5) years' related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of strategic sourcing principles, in addition to any years' of experience identified above.

Other Requirements/Preferred Qualifications

  • Physical demand level is Sedentary.
  • Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards, and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required externally.
  • Seek to broaden knowledge in areas of the company and industry which will complement acquired strategic sourcing expertise.

What You'll Get

  • Competitive Total Rewards including discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment.
  • At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
  • If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
  • In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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