Senior Sourcing Agent (Hybrid Schedule)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Drives procurement sourcing strategies and manages the bid process.
• Negotiates the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium to high dollar/complexity requirements.
• Supports the company’s strategic direction and assists with building an organization that will expertly execute procurement processes.
• Serves as a role model, technical expert, and coach for colleagues with less experience.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) 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.
• Advanced sourcing and procurement best practice process knowledge, purchasing knowledge, including expertise in the category area and full understanding of purchasing and inventory systems.
• Strong 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).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Skills

• 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.
• - Strong 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).

Benefits

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

Pay

Annual salary range for this position is: $111,050.00-$123,390.00

Schedule

Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, writing, typing and communicating. Up to 25% travel.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, writing, typing and communicating. Up to 25% travel.
• Repetitive movement of hands and fingers through typing and writing. Reaching with hands and arms. Occasional standing, walking, stooping or bending.

Mental Aspects

• Work includes analyzing, planning, organizing, evaluating and documenting. This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs.

Company Overview

Eversource is always looking for employees who share the values that help make us one of the leading energy companies in the country. Our Corporate areas work collaboratively and strategically with all areas of the business to set policy and drive strategic direction. We create value for our business areas by delivering consistent, quality, cost-effective services, and leading change to build a more engaged workplace and a performance culture. You'll have a variety of opportunities to further your career. We have a great working environment, excellent compensation and benefit programs, and opportunities for growth and development.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Corporate member?

• Collaborative
• Customer Focus
• Team Player
• Adaptable
• Detail Oriented
• Positive