Senior Sourcing Agent , Procurement - Materials & Equipment (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Senior Sourcing Agent to drive procurement sourcing strategies, manage bid processes, and negotiate purchases for medium-dollar/complex categories. You will lead cross-functional teams and coach colleagues, building supplier relationships and optimizing the procurement process.

Role requires five+ years in strategic sourcing, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and a focus on cost-saving synergies across functions.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and five or more years of procurement experience.
• Advanced sourcing and contract management knowledge; strong negotiation and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ability to present to multiple organizational levels; leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on sourcing and contract management while ensuring compliance with company and public sector policies.
• Lead cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract implementation.
• Prepare RFPs, review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories; optimize supplier base and contracts.
• Identify supply and quality issues and drive corrective actions to benefit Procurement's internal partners.
• Engage stakeholders to define requirements aligned with long-term business strategy; monitor market trends.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Purchasing systems

Inventory systems

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.

This position is responsible for driving the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium dollar/complexity purchases. The Sr. Sourcing Agent supports the company’s strategic direction and assists with building an organization that will expertly execute procurement control processes. This position will promote strategic and operational functions of the company-wide volume aggregation and standardization, supplier base optimization, and assist with the development of cost-saving synergies across all functions. Senior sourcing agents assist in identifying and implementing best practices in all procurement processes. This position builds supportive internal and external relationships within Procurement and across functions. Serves as a role model, technical expert, and coach for colleagues with less experience.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a trusted advisor to client groups - providing expertise and advice on new approaches to sourcing and contract management as well as guidance on compliance with relevant company and public sector policies and procedures.
• Drives cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation and contract implementation.
• Executes sourcing activities by working with stakeholders to prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs), review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories as assigned.
• Seeks to improve capabilities of the supply base and/or key business processes - implements best practices in sourcing and contract management.
• Engages the client to define, analyze and prioritize requirements with a view to the longer term business strategy.
• Stays abreast of supply market trends, supplier economics.
• Plans sourcing events with business to manage contract end dates and allow for transition.
• Manages contract administration, coordinates with end users and suppliers, and provides oversight and co-ordination with the business.
• Provides consultation services to the business to resolve contract disputes.
• When acting in the contract manager role for a contract, will be accountable for all aspects of the contract management lifecycle.
• Negotiates and executes medium dollar / complex contracts.
• Collaborates with Legal to review commercial terms and ensure contracts properly define requirements in Statements of Work (SOW’s).
• Ensures development and qualification of sources to support purchases of supplies, equipment and services, conducting site visits to current and prospective suppliers as required.
• Identifies supply and quality problems proactively and lead the development of corrective actions to the benefit of Procurement's internal partners.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Requires advanced sourcing and procurement best practice process knowledge, purchasing knowledge, including expertise in the category area and full understanding of purchasing and inventory systems. Great understanding of contract language terms and conditions. Solid understanding of business/ financial principles. Strong analytical, problem solving, decision making, and influencing skills. Effective negotiation skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to present to different organizational levels. Demonstrated project management and leadership skills, including the ability to manage conflict and encourage collaboration. Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree. MBA preferred. Experience: Five (5) Plus years related experience. Demonstrated strategic sourcing / procurement experience to include purchasing, negotiating/drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development and supplier qualification/certification. Prior experience with commodity and supplier relationship management desired. Licenses & Certifications: Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Six Sigma, Lean, Process or Project Mgmt. Certifications desirable.

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. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $111,050.00-$123,390.00

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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Who we are:

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.