Associate Analyst, Strategy and Performance (Hybrid)

Eversource•Berlin, CT

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under direct supervision, this position uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes. Assists in assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems and developing recommendations which support supply chain planning. Responsible for procurement systems administration support including documentation, user training, upgrade coordination, testing, assisting with procurement reporting, data modeling and analytics.

Requirements

Good quantitative, analytical and data interpretation skills
Demonstrated ability to provide data cleansing, testing, validations of raw data and reports
Understanding of business, financial principles
Familiarity with purchasing and inventory systems
Requires skill at presenting analytical and qualitative information.
Problem solving, decision making, and influencing skills
Effective communication, presentation, interpersonal skills
Strong time and project management skills
Proficient level ability using PC desktop applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, Access)
Familiarity with programming languages (VBA and SQL).
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Zero to three years related experience.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Internship(s) in related area preferred but not required
Six Sigma, Lean, Process or Project Mgt certifications desirable

Responsibilities

Provides procurement systems administration support: documentation, user training, upgrade coordination, testing, validation of changes.
Completes predetermined scripts as part of testing plans for procurement system upgrades.
Oversees various procurement related systems and the related processes.
Investigates problems, finds root causes, and develops solutions.
Proactively analyzes data to identify areas of supply chain operations to improve efficiency.
Under direction, gathers and interprets relevant data on costs, productivity, demand patterns and other related metrics.
Assists in providing analytical support for projects, new business opportunities and proposals.
Develops ad hoc and regular procurement related reports and analysis for Business Partners, stakeholders, peers and management.
Builds strong working relationships within Procurement and across Business Units.