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Lead Analyst, Process Improvement

CenterPoint Energy and Careers
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

Date: Jan 7, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Lead Process Improvement Analyst
Job Summary
With limited supervision, the Process Improvement Analyst identifies, plans, participates in, and leads supply chain projects and activities that help the organization achieve and sustain continuous improvement initiatives. The analyst is responsible for understanding supply chain processes to use structured process improvement and problem-solving methods that will add sustainable value. The analyst is capable of leading at least one functional area on the Performance Management team. The analyst works cooperatively with cross-functional teams and department to seek improvements and solve specific problems. The analyst is capable of proactively building on prior projects to identify and extend improvements in related areas.
Essential Functions
  • Understand the corporate strategic plan to evaluate and determine improvement opportunities.
  • Independently use resources like SAP, Excel, Tableau, and others to collect and interpret data.
  • Work with the business to develop high level and detailed performance measures and targets.
  • Develop measures, and other controls for processes and projects.
  • Run correlation and regression analyses on large data sets to make conclusions and recommendations.
  • Teach and Coach others to develop reliable measurement methods and communications tools to report results.
  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of data produced and results reported; accept accountability and work cohesively in a team environment that stresses attention to detail.
  • Provide insights from analyzed and collected data through presentations, models, and written word.
  • Create standardized processes and implement continuous improvement in support of supply chain plans.
  • Effectively use and teach the full range of tools for continuous improvement and project management.
  • Perform financial and cost-benefit analyses using a wide variety of analytical tools and methods.
  • Develop business cases and project plans using company standards.
  • Lead efforts to re-design processes and procedures demonstrating advanced analytical skills and creative solution planning.
  • Reliably advise and coach colleagues as a trusted resource.
  • Present team outcomes to peers and management for review, comment and approval, overcoming barriers and addressing concerns.
  • Effectively coach colleagues to competently apply continuous improvement methods and principles.
  • Demonstrate excellent business acumen in communications, behavior, dependability and teamwork.
  • Manage schedules and provide updates assuming multiple concurrent assignments.
  • Conduct research and benchmarks.
  • Regularly develop and add to own skills and mentor and develop lesser experienced members of team.
Education Description
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in: Business, Data Analytics, Process Improvement, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • Will consider relevant job-related CenterPoint Energy experience for non-degree candidates.
Experience
  • 8 years relevant work experience in business, data analytics, supply chain, process improvement, or utility engineering.
  • Strong data and math skills including correlation and regression analysis.
  • SAP, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel experience required. Tableau or Power BI preferred.
  • Must be self-motivated and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and within a Team.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.


What we bring to you

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 01/07/2026
Posting End Date: 01/21/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Nearest Major Market: Houston

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