Senior Sourcing Agent; Hybrid

Position: Senior Sourcing Agent (Hybrid Schedule)
Location: East Berlin

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_  

This position is responsible for driving the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium dollar/complexity purchases  The Senior Sourcing Agent supports the company's strategic direction and assists with building an organization that will expertly execute procurement control processes  This position will promote strategic and operational functions of the company wide volume aggregation and standardization, supplier base optimization, and assist with the development of cost saving synergies across all functions  Senior sourcing agents assist in identifying and implementing best practices in all procurement processes  This position builds supportive internal and external relationships within Procurement and across functions  Serves as a role model, technical expert, and coach for colleagues with less experience

This position will support the procurement requests related to our natural gas and facilities services

** Essential Functions*
* + Serves as a trusted advisor to client groups   providing expertise and advice on new approaches to sourcing and contract management as well as guidance on compliance with relevant company and public sector policies and procedures
+ Drives cross functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation and contract implementation
+ Executes sourcing activities by working with stakeholders to prepare Request for Proposals  RFPs , review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories as assigned
+ Seeks to improve capabilities of the supply base and/or key business processes   implements best practices in sourcing and contract management
+ Engages the client to define, analyze and prioritize requirements with a view to the longer term business strategy
+ Stays abreast of supply market trends, supplier economics
+ Plans sourcing events with business to manage contract end dates and allow for transition
+ Manages contract administration, coordinates with end users and suppliers, and provides oversight and co ordination with the business
+ Provides consultation services to the business to resolve contract disputes  When acting in the contract manager role for a contract, will be accountable for all aspects of the contract management lifecycle
+ Negotiates and executes medium dollar / complex contracts
+ Collaborates with Legal to review commercial terms and ensure contracts properly define requirements in Statements of Work  SOW's  
+ Ensures development and qualification of sources to support purchases of supplies, equipment and services, conducting site visits to current and prospective suppliers as required
+ Identifies supply and quality problems proactively and lead the development of corrective actions to the benefit of Procurement's internal partners

** Qualifications*
* _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

+ Great 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…