Sourcing Manager - Purchasing

$92,185 - $132,517/Yr

Iberdrola - Boston, MA

Boston, MA

Utilities

About the position

Manage the procurement process for materials and services, acting as the procurement and commercial lead. Oversee the competitive bidding process for projects valued up to several hundred million dollars. Assess proposals, select suppliers, and manage supplier relationships. Implement cost reduction strategies, maintain customer service standards, and prepare relevant reports, presentations, and other documents. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, tenders, and risk evaluations.
• Evaluate and choose suppliers in line with procurement policies, quality standards, cost-saving goals, and budget requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams to enhance procurement initiatives and improve performance, including participation in global teams and projects.
• Develop, implement, and lead procurement sourcing strategies for various categories such as IT, Fleet, Facility, Operation Technology, Human Resource, and Customer Service.
• Ensure that strategies provide optimal solutions while meeting internal deadlines and minimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), adhering to quality, health, safety, environment (QHSE), and procurement policies.
• Negotiate and award large contracts to minimize operational, legal, and financial risks. Establish structured negotiation plans that align with company objectives and key performance indicators. Direct supplier negotiations and manage agreements, coordinating with legal counsel as needed.
• Regularly interact with stakeholders in various business areas and purchasing in the USA and Spain.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of five years relevant experience required.
• Previous experience in managing and coordinating large/complex Projects.
• Knowledge of supply chain methodologies, models, and procedures.

Nice-to-haves

• C.P.M., C.P.S.M, or equivalent or working toward achievement will be a plus.