Senior Sourcing Agent (Hybrid)

Procurement Sourcing Specialist

Responsible for driving the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium to high dollar / complexity requirements. This position 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. This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.

Essential Functions : Tactical

• Collaborates with colleagues to drive cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process : supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation and contract implementation.
• Assists in identifying and implementing best practices in all procurement processes.
• Provides expertise and advice on strategic approaches to business partners and colleagues in support of adherence to all procurement policies and procedures and to ensure overall compliance.
• Seeks to improve capabilities of the supply base and / or key business processes; implements value-added best practices in sourcing and contract management.
• Promotes strategic and operational functions such as volume aggregation / standardization and supplier base optimization.
• Conducts Request for Proposal (RFPs), negotiates, and executes high complexity contracts; and supports internal business partners and suppliers on assigned procurement activities.
• Coordinates with end users and suppliers to provide high-level oversight and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Leads complex sourcing projects effectively, utilizing novel and strategic approaches to author, negotiate, and execute agreements that mitigate risk and drive value for the company.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to obtain negotiated and cost savings through strategic negotiations and engaging in discussions with suppliers on value-added approaches.
• Has a full understanding of contracting practices and General Terms and Conditions (GTC).
• Establishes and monitors contract and supplier performance including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for medium complexity categories; and reviews with business groups and uses the data to improve future performance and strategy development.
• Produces and analyzes Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) scorecards.
• Routinely evaluates supplier agreements for significant contributions to supply chain sustainability.
• Updates, processes, and accurately approves procurement records as directed, identifies issues with the data and works with business partners to develop their understanding.

Essential Functions : Strategic

Technical Knowledge / Skill / Education / Licenses / Certifications

Working Conditions

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 : $107,820.00-$119,800.00 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.

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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. VEVRRA Federal Contractor