Senior Category & Sourcing Lead — Hybrid

Eversource; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Category Lead to drive strategic category management for assigned groups, overseeing procurement spend in high-impact categories. You will lead negotiations, develop supplier relationships and guide cross-functional teams to align with business plans.

The role demands strong contract management, market analysis and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on delivering cost efficiencies and value. Hybrid work arrangements and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in category management with ability to develop strategies and lead initiatives.
• Strong negotiating, influencing and contract management skills.
• Advanced MS Office skills and solid financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Drive total cost of ownership improvements and supplier performance.
• Develop tools to assess market risks, trends, and opportunities.
• Serve as trusted advisor to client groups on category strategy and sourcing.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement category plans and achieve targets.
• Negotiate and execute large contracts and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Contract management

MS Office

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Eversource is seeking a Category Lead to drive strategic category management for assigned groups, overseeing procurement spend in high-impact categories. You will lead negotiations, develop supplier relationships and guide cross-functional teams to align with business plans.

The role demands strong contract management, market analysis and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on delivering cost efficiencies and value. Hybrid work arrangements and competitive compensation are offered.