Risk Manager

Sr / Lead SC Risk Management Manager

Requisition : CFO006A

Department : Supply Chain Excellence Kansas City Headquarters or Topeka General Office

Location : Kansas City, MO or Topeka, KS

Pay Range : Sr SC Risk Management Mgr : $81,800 - $109,100

Lead SC Risk Management Mgr : $96,300 - $128,400

Scheduled Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. Job may require additional hours as required.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive supply chain risk management strategies to enhance resilience and ensure compliance. This role proactively identifies and monitors risk indicators, initiates timely alerts, and drives business continuity planning. Collaborates cross-functionally to assess risk exposure, design mitigation strategies, and ensures compliance. Is aware of evolving directives and engages subject matter experts to interpret guidance from external agencies (e.g., FEMA, DOE, NERC), delivering impact assessments and actionable recommendations to key stakeholders.

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Develop, maintain, and implement supply chain risk policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify, assess, and monitor supply chain risks (e.g., geopolitical, environmental, cyber, regulatory).
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to provide to develop and monitor mitigation plans.
• Conduct business continuity scenario planning and stress testing for high-impact events.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NERC CIP, FERC) and maintain audit documentation.
• Create dashboards and reports for leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Benchmark practices against industry standards and participate in peer reviews.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Risk Management, or related field (Master's preferred).

3-5 years in supply chain risk management or compliance roles.

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (NERC CIP, FERC) and risk management methodologies.

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Proficiency in risk monitoring tools and reporting platforms.

Preferred certifications : CSCP, CRMP, CBCP.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :

Highly organized and efficient, with a proven ability to streamline business support processes.

Excellent communicator, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Talent Framework Behaviors required for the role, based on the level of the role.

Licenses, Certifications, and / or Testing :

Successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions :

Working conditions will vary from office to field environment. Must be able to work additional hours, both indoors and outdoors, on short notice in all types of weather. OR Office environment with both in office and remote working conditions.

Evergy has a clear mission To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.