Senior Sourcing Agent; Hybrid

Sponsorship

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.

Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. Up to 25% travel. Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

• Drive procurement sourcing strategies, manage bid process, and negotiate purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium to high dollar/complexity requirements.
• Support the company’s strategic direction, assist in building an organization that will execute procurement processes expertly.
• Serve as a role model, technical expert, and coach for colleagues with less experience.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation, and contract implementation.
• Identify and implement best practices in procurement processes.
• Provide expertise and advice on strategic approaches to business partners and colleagues to ensure overall compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Improve capabilities of the supply base and key business processes; implement value‑added best practices in sourcing and contract management.
• Promote strategic and operational functions such as volume aggregation/standardization and supplier base optimization.
• Conduct RFPs, negotiate, and execute high‑complexity contracts; support internal business partners and suppliers on assigned procurement activities.
• Coordinate with end users and suppliers to provide high‑level oversight and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Lead 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 seek opportunities for negotiated and cost savings through strategic negotiations and value‑added approaches.
• Establish and monitor contract and supplier performance including KPIs for medium complexity categories; review with business groups and use data to improve future performance and strategy development.
• Produce and analyze SRM scorecards; evaluate supplier agreements for supply chain sustainability contributions.
• Conduct thorough market analysis and work with Supplier Engagement Specialist to identify viable businesses for all sourcing opportunities.

• Minimum of five (5) years related experience in strategic sourcing / procurement, including purchasing, negotiating/drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development, and supplier qualification/certification.
• Experience with commodity and supplier relationship management.
• Advanced sourcing and procurement best‑practice process knowledge, purchasing knowledge, and full understanding of 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, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present to different organizational levels.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills, including ability to manage conflict and encourage collaboration.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Certifications desirable:
  Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Six Sigma, Lean, Process or Project Management, or other certifications.

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required and travel between MA/CT/NH. Work is performed primarily in an office environment requiring standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, writing, typing, and communicating. Up to 25% travel. Repetitive hand movement, reaching, occasional standing, walking, stooping or bending. Mental aspects include analyzing, planning, organizing, evaluating, and documenting under pressure with multiple simultaneous activities and deadlines.

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Salary is commensurate with your experience. The annual salary range for this position is $-$. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmatic 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.