Supply Chain Process Lead Principal

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Columbus, OH, USA
In-Office
116K-151K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Renewable Energy
The Role
Leads strategic supply chain process improvement initiatives, conducts root cause analysis and industry benchmarking, and aligns supply chain operations with organizational goals. Serves as a subject matter expert, advises senior leadership, presents recommendations to executives, and mentors supply chain staff. Requires strong analytical, presentation, business, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to lead across matrixed teams.
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Job Posting End Date

11-09-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Process Lead - Principal is responsible for driving strategic initiatives and leading significant process improvements. This position will act as a subject matter expert, influencing organizational strategy and best practices.

Job Description

What You'll Do:


  • Strategic Plan Development: Develop and implement strategic plans for Supply Chain process improvements based on root cause analysis of gaps, aligning initiatives with corporate objectives and measuring their impact on overall performance.
  • Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with senior leadership to ensure Supply Chain operations align with organizational goals and strategic roadmaps, providing insights on market trends and best practices.
  • Mentorship and Development: Mentor and develop junior and mid-level Supply Chain staff, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Industry Benchmarking: Conduct benchmarking with industry peers to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency, presenting findings and recommendations to leadership.
  • Executive Presentations: Prepare and deliver presentations to executive leadership on Supply Chain initiatives, demonstrating the value and impact of proposed changes.

What We're Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:


  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent as defined in experience requirements.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in Supply Chain, with a focus on process improvement and leadership roles, or 10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.

Other:


  • Must have strong analytical and presentation skills to convey detailed analysis into a high-level discussion format
  • Demonstrates strong business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges
  • Ability to lead teams in a matrixed organization, across geographic and functional reporting lines.
  • Ability to strengthen relationships with key business partners and executives.
  • Compelling and persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Light travel may be required10% of the time.

What You’ll Get:

  • In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!


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!


Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, 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. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • At least 6 years of experience in Supply Chain focused on process improvement and leadership, or 10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
  • Strong analytical and presentation skills
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges
  • Ability to lead teams in a matrixed organization across geographic and functional reporting lines
  • Ability to build relationships with business partners and executives
  • Compelling and persuasive communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills
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The Company
HQ: Columbus, OH
12,632 Employees

What We Do

Our team at American Electric Power is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia and West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.

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