Kelly Herring
About Kelly Herring
Kelly Herring serves as the Capital Project Supply Chain Lead at CenterPoint Energy, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the utilities industry, particularly in managing utility construction projects and operations management.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Kelly Herring has been employed at CenterPoint Energy since 2010, holding various roles over the years. Currently, she serves as the Capital Project Supply Chain Lead, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she worked as a Construction and Quality Assurance Coordinator from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she was involved in Purchasing & Logistics from 2010 to 2021. Her tenure at CenterPoint Energy spans over a decade, during which she has developed expertise in managing utility construction projects and coordinating electrical construction activities.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Herring earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from The University of Texas at Austin, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background provides a foundation for her extensive experience in the utilities sector. She possesses skills in coaching and sales, along with a strong background in operations management. Her expertise includes managing utility construction projects and utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems for recruitment and management purposes.
Background in Recruitment
Before her extensive career at CenterPoint Energy, Kelly Herring worked as a recruiter at SOAR Consulting from 2007 to 2009 and at Employer Flexible from 2009 to 2010. During these roles, she gained experience in recruitment processes and operations, which contributed to her skill set in managing human resources within the utilities industry.
Career Progression
Kelly Herring's career progression reflects her growth within the utilities industry. Starting as a recruiter, she transitioned to various roles at CenterPoint Energy, including Purchasing & Logistics and Construction and Quality Assurance Coordinator. Her current role as Capital Project Supply Chain Lead highlights her advancement and the accumulation of skills relevant to project management and supply chain operations in utility construction.