Iberdrola

Lead Analyst – Purchasing

Iberdrola

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Boston • Connecticut • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $87,600 - $114,500 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance or relevant field with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
  • 2 years of experience in supplier management, including experience qualifying suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, and managing supplier quality.
  • Advanced capabilities with oral, written, and presentation related communication skills.
  • High-level of Customer Service Orientation.
  • Clear commercial focus (i.e., Contract writing, negotiation).
  • High-level of computer skills with the ability to utilize the Microsoft Office suite of products and e-bidding system.
  • 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.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
supplier managementcontract negotiationcompetitive biddingsourcingcost reductionrisk evaluationbid analysisdata analysisprocurementproject management
Soft Skills
mentoringcommunicationcustomer service orientationprioritizationmulti-taskingcollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingcreativitystrategic thinking