Agent (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Procurement Analyst to support sourcing projects from start to finish, under the direction of Sourcing Agents and Senior Sourcing Agents. You will help with vendor setup, RFP support, data analytics, and contract life-cycle tasks while contributing to cost-savings initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 0–3 years of related work, and strong communication skills with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Updates and processes procurement records as directed.
• Provides admin and data collection support for RFPs, pricing analysis, contract workspaces, and vendor setup.
• Supports PO and Contract Workspace life cycles and SRM scorecards.
• Assists senior agents with cost savings and spend reporting.
• Develops sources of supply and supplier pre-qualification activities.
• Coordinates procurement schedules and supplier pre-qualification activities.
• Supports implementation of low complexity solutions and process improvements.

Skills

Business & Financial Principles

Qualitative & Quantitative Skills

Written & Verbal Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Our Agents are responsible for a variety of tactical activities and will assist with developing the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for low dollar/complexity sourcing projects from start to finish.

This position will work on projects under the direction of Sourcing Agents and Senior Sourcing Agents to support the sourcing process.

Essential Functions:

Tactical

• Updates, processes, and approves procurement records in a timely manner as directed.
• Provides administrative and data collection support for RFPs, pricing analysis, contract workspaces, new vendor setup, PO (purchase order) & Contract revisions, data analytics, etc.
• Provides transactional support to more senior agents to assist with strategic and category driven procurements.
• Assists with and manages PO and Contract Workspace life cycles.
• Assist in production and data analysis to support Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) scorecards.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of corporate goals and actively assists senior agents with generating/recording cost savings, improving/reporting Tier II spend, and identifying sustainability opportunities within supply base.
• Supports the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting process for small value contracts/commodities under the direction of Sourcing Agents and Senior Sourcing Agents.
• Develops sources of supply, establish procurement schedules, and assist in supplier pre-qualification activities.

Strategic

• Identifies, outlines and gains engagement from other groups and provides proposed solutions, which can be presented to the appropriate groups for approval.
• Supports and executes on the implementation of low complexity solutions and identifies opportunities for process improvements as a result of systemic issues.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill

• Basic knowledge of business and financial principles.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with MS Office

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Experience

• Zero (0) plus (3) years related experience

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $79,590.00-$88,430.00.

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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