Sourcing Agent (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior Sourcing Agent to drive procurement strategies for medium-dollar purchases and complex contracts. You will manage bid processes, negotiate terms, and build supplier relationships to optimize the procurement portfolio.

The role supports natural gas and facilities services, requires five-plus years in strategic sourcing, and offers a hybrid work model with competitive total rewards. Salary ranges align with market and internal incentives.

Qualifications

• Five (5) plus years of related experience in strategic sourcing/procurement.
• Experience in purchasing, negotiating/drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development and supplier qualification/certification.
• Prior experience with commodity and supplier relationship management desired.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted advisor to client groups on sourcing and contract management and compliance.
• Drives cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, negotiation and contract implementation.
• Executes sourcing activities with stakeholders to prepare RFPs, review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories.
• Implements best practices to improve supply base capabilities and procurement processes.
• Defines and analyzes requirements with client inputs to align with long-term business strategy.
• Stays informed on supply market trends and supplier economics.
• Plans sourcing events with the business to manage contract end dates and transitions.
• Manages contract administration and provides oversight with end users and suppliers.
• Negotiates and executes medium-dollar/complex contracts and reviews terms with Legal for SOWs.
• Ensures sources are qualified to support purchases and conducts supplier site visits as needed.
• Identifies supply and quality issues and leads corrective actions.

Skills

Sourcing knowledge

Procurement knowledge

Category management

Inventory systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

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 workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays 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 workup 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 Senior 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.

This position will support the procurement requests related to our natural gas and facilities services.

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.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• 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. 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: $94,390.00-$104,880.00

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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