The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location.Location: Orange, CT (Office position)Salary range: $85,900.00 to $107,375.00Job SummaryAs the procurement and commercial lead, you will drive and deliver purchases for Avangrid Power Onshore. You will lead and administer the competitive bidding process, evaluating proposals, selecting suppliers, and managing partnerships in support to projects valued up to several hundred million dollars. Your role will include driving cost reduction initiatives, maintaining high levels of customer service, and generating necessary reports, presentations, and other documents. This position will operate within the Procurement Team and its associated guidelines but interface regularly with the Organics Growth and Operations and Maintenance business’ teams to ensure purchases meet all company requirements.  Additional duties may be assigned as needed.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Assures an uninterrupted supply of goods and services across all affiliates.</li></ul><ul><li>Administers the competitive bidding process, evaluates and selects suppliers based on the Procurement Services Policy Manual and annual budgetary requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>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 Avangrid businesses as necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Centralizes the procurement function for all affiliates and solicits assistance from subject matter experts, and others within the business, as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains current and accurate understanding of a broad base of commodities, service categories and general business conditions.</li></ul><ul><li>Tracks material/service costs, and performance using approved metrics and tools</li></ul><ul><li>Analyzes trends and makes corresponding sourcing decisions that contribute directly to the company's competitive position.</li></ul><ul><li>Supports Equal Opportunity programs and initiatives.</li></ul><ul><li>Negotiates and awards multi-faceted, large and complex, business wide and affiliate specific enterprise contracts to minimize operational, legal and financial risks.</li></ul><ul><li>Formulates requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, tenders, and risk evaluations. Directs supplier negotiations and administers agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with both internal and external legal counsel.</li></ul><ul><li>Drives creative solutions and communicate/suggest best practices to management and colleagues.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance or relevant field with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.</li><li>2 years of experience in supplier management, including experience qualifying suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, and managing supplier quality.</li></ul><ul><li>Advanced capabilities with oral, written, and presentation related communication skills.</li><li>High-level of Customer Service Orientation.</li><li>Clear commercial focus (i.e., Contract writing, negotiation).</li><li>High-level of computer skills with the ability to utilize the Microsoft Office suite of products and e-bidding system.</li><li>Advanced skill level of prioritization and multi-tasking skills with the ability to operate in a complex, rapidly changing business environment with typically tight schedules and demanding targets.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Prior experience in the renewable or energy industry.</li><li>PMP, C.P.S.M, or equivalent certifications or working toward achievement</li></ul>Competencies<ul><li>Growth &amp; Continuous Improvement</li></ul><ul><li>Initiative &amp; Change</li></ul><ul><li>Focused on Results</li></ul><ul><li>Customer Centric (internal and/or external)</li></ul><ul><li>Communication</li></ul><ul><li>Collaboration</li></ul><ul><li>Agile</li></ul>DisclaimerAvangrid is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Avangrid is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other characteristics or conditions protected by law.Click here for Additional Disclaimer InformationAvangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.#LI-VP1Company:AVANGRID POWER, LLCMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Job Posting End Date:November-3-2025

Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future headquartered in Orange, CT, and has a footprint in 24 states with $40 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, and Renewables, the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 7,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company&rsquo;s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital in 2021 and 2022 as one of America&rsquo;s best corporate citizens and second in utilities for our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has been named one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.

Lead Analyst - Purchasing

The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location.Location: Orange, CT (Office position)Salary range: $85,900.00 to $107,375.00Job SummaryAs the procurement and commercial lead, you will drive and deliver purchases for Avangrid Power Onshore. You will lead and administer the competitive bidding process, evaluating proposals, selecting suppliers, and managing partnerships in support to projects valued up to several hundred million dollars. Your role will include driving cost reduction initiatives, maintaining high levels of customer service, and generating necessary reports, presentations, and other documents. This position will operate within the Procurement Team and its associated guidelines but interface regularly with the Organics Growth and Operations and Maintenance business’ teams to ensure purchases meet all company requirements.&nbsp; Additional duties may be assigned as needed.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Assures an uninterrupted supply of goods and services across all affiliates.</li></ul><ul><li>Administers the competitive bidding process, evaluates and selects suppliers based on the Procurement Services Policy Manual and annual budgetary requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>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 Avangrid businesses as necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Centralizes the procurement function for all affiliates and solicits assistance from subject matter experts, and others within the business, as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains current and accurate understanding of a broad base of commodities, service categories and general business conditions.</li></ul><ul><li>Tracks material/service costs, and performance using approved metrics and tools</li></ul><ul><li>Analyzes trends and makes corresponding sourcing decisions that contribute directly to the company's competitive position.</li></ul><ul><li>Supports Equal Opportunity programs and initiatives.</li></ul><ul><li>Negotiates and awards multi-faceted, large and complex, business wide and affiliate specific enterprise contracts to minimize operational, legal and financial risks.</li></ul><ul><li>Formulates requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, tenders, and risk evaluations. Directs supplier negotiations and administers agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with both internal and external legal counsel.</li></ul><ul><li>Drives creative solutions and communicate/suggest best practices to management and colleagues.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance or relevant field with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.</li><li>2 years of experience in supplier management, including experience qualifying suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, and managing supplier quality.</li></ul><ul><li>Advanced capabilities with oral, written, and presentation related communication skills.</li><li>High-level of Customer Service Orientation.</li><li>Clear commercial focus (i.e., Contract writing, negotiation).</li><li>High-level of computer skills with the ability to utilize the Microsoft Office suite of products and e-bidding system.</li><li>Advanced skill level of prioritization and multi-tasking skills with the ability to operate in a complex, rapidly changing business environment with typically tight schedules and demanding targets.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Prior experience in the renewable or energy industry.</li><li>PMP, C.P.S.M, or equivalent certifications or working toward achievement</li></ul>Competencies<ul><li>Growth &amp; Continuous Improvement</li></ul><ul><li>Initiative &amp; Change</li></ul><ul><li>Focused on Results</li></ul><ul><li>Customer Centric (internal and/or external)</li></ul><ul><li>Communication</li></ul><ul><li>Collaboration</li></ul><ul><li>Agile</li></ul>DisclaimerAvangrid is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Avangrid is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other characteristics or conditions protected by law.Click here for Additional Disclaimer InformationAvangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.#LI-VP1Company:AVANGRID POWER, LLCMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. &nbsp;This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Job Posting End Date:November-3-2025

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