Lead Analyst - Purchasing

Lead Analyst - Purchasing

Department:  Corporate Administration

Reports to: Director - Renewables Purchasing
Location: In Office, Orange CT, Boston MA

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from:

·         $87,600 - $109,500 (Orange, CT)

·         $91,600 - $114,500 (Boston, MA)

Job Summary

Supports affiliate Operating Company critical infrastructure/major projects as the purchasing and commercial lead. Mentors' colleagues in Purchasing and lends experience and knowledge to assist others in the department and the business. Administers the competitive bidding process for large and complex projects valued at up to several hundred million dollars. Selects suppliers and manages corresponding partnerships for all operating companies. Drive cost reduction initiatives, customer service levels, generate reports and other initiatives across the enterprise. Perform other duties assigned by management.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategically sources commodities and services on critical infrastructure/major projects and other projects valued at up to several hundred million dollars, using a variety of traditional and leading-edge methods.

• Assures an uninterrupted supply of goods and services across all affiliates.

• Administers the competitive bidding process, evaluates and selects suppliers based on the Procurement Services Policy Manual and annual budgetary requirements.

• Leads cross-functional affiliate teams to drive purchasing initiatives and improve bottom line performance. This includes participation in Global teams, RFPs and initiatives with other Iberdrola businesses as necessary.

• Centralizes the procurement function for all affiliates and solicits assistance from subject matter experts, and others within the business, as required.

• Maintains current and accurate understanding of a broad base of commodities, service categories and general business conditions.

• Tracks material/service costs, and performance using approved.

• Metrics and tools.

• Analyzes trends and makes corresponding sourcing decisions that contribute directly to the company's competitive position.

• Supports Equal Opportunity programs and initiatives.

• Negotiates and awards multi-faceted, large and complex, business wide and affiliate specific enterprise contracts to minimize operational, legal and financial risks.

• Formulates requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, tenders, and risk evaluations. Directs supplier negotiations and administers agreements.

• Collaborates with both internal and external legal counsel.

• Mentor junior members of the supply chain organization.

• Drives creative solutions and communicate/suggest best practices to management and colleagues.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Certifications:

  • C.P.M., C.P.S.M, or equivalent or working toward achievement is strongly desired.

• Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong oral, written, and presentation related communication skills.

  • Strong Customer Service Orientation.

  • Clear commercial focus (i.e., Contract writing, negotiation).

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Mobility Information

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