Senior Sourcing Agent (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Sourcing Agent drives procurement sourcing strategies, manages bid processes, and negotiates purchases of materials, equipment, and services for medium- to high-dollar or complex requirements. The role supports the company’s strategic direction and helps build an organization that executes procurement processes effectively. The position also serves as a role model, technical expert, and coach to less-experienced colleagues. The position leads complex sourcing projects, supports business partners and suppliers, and develops sourcing and contracting approaches that mitigate risk and create value. It contributes to supplier and process improvement, contract and supplier performance management, market analysis, supplier relationship management, and accurate procurement records. The role builds relationships across Procurement and other functions and communicates strategically with business groups.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of sourcing and procurement best practices, purchasing, the relevant category area, and purchasing and inventory systems.
Strong understanding of contract language, terms, and conditions.
Solid understanding of business and financial principles.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and influencing skills.
Effective negotiation skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present to different organizational levels.
Demonstrated project-management and leadership skills, including managing conflict and encouraging collaboration.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience.
Five or more years of related experience.
Demonstrated strategic sourcing or procurement experience, including purchasing, negotiating and drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development, and supplier qualification or certification.
Prior experience with commodity and supplier relationship management.
Must be able to work up to five days in the office when needed, including for emergencies, training, other business needs, or if the policy changes.
Applicants requiring immigration-related visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) certification.
Six Sigma certification.
Lean certification.
Process management certification.
Project management certification.

Responsibilities

Drive cross-functional teams through supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation, and contract implementation.
Identify and implement best practices in procurement processes and advise business partners and colleagues on strategic approaches and compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Improve supply-base capabilities and business processes, and implement value-added practices in sourcing and contract management.
Promote volume aggregation, standardization, and supplier-base optimization.
Conduct RFPs, negotiate and execute high-complexity contracts, and support internal business partners and suppliers on procurement activities.
Coordinate with end users and suppliers to provide oversight and resolve issues promptly.
Lead complex sourcing projects and develop, negotiate, and execute agreements that mitigate risk and drive company value.
Seek opportunities for negotiated and cost savings through strategic negotiations and value-added supplier discussions.
Establish and monitor contract and supplier performance, including KPIs for medium-complexity categories, and use performance data to improve future results and strategies.
Produce and analyze Supplier Relationship Management scorecards.
Evaluate supplier agreements for contributions to supply-chain sustainability.
Complete market analysis and work with the Supplier Engagement Specialist to identify viable businesses for sourcing opportunities.
Update, process, and approve procurement records accurately; identify data issues and work with business partners to improve their understanding.
Build supportive internal and external relationships within Procurement and across functions.
Communicate effectively with business groups, present information strategically, and use business knowledge to influence procurement outcomes.
Serve as a subject-matter expert by using available tools and resources and applying deep knowledge of systems and processes to add value and drive change.
Model competencies including building trust, developing people, fostering teamwork, leading change, communicating strategic vision, engaging employees, focusing on customers, and taking ownership and accountability.
Be available for an Emergency Restoration assignment and assist during emergencies outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.