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About the Role

National Grid's Global Procurement function is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and implement robust Category Strategies. This role involves engaging with stakeholders to understand business needs and supply chains to offer optimal solutions. You will be part of the US & UK global procurement team, contributing to Net Zero targets. This is a global role requiring international travel and is ideal for candidates with procurement, commercial, or contract management experience.

Responsibilities

Manage global suppliers.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage contracts end-to-end.
Identify risks early, implement mitigation plans, and maximize opportunities to drive value.
Strengthen relationships, influence external stakeholders, and enhance National Grid’s reputation.
Act as a role model for procurement standards, mentoring Buyers and Associate Buyers.
Serve as the commercial lead on supplier contracts, providing expert commercial leadership.
Build, develop, and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers and contractors.
Partner with and coach suppliers to encourage new market entrants and support equipment availability.
Lead the implementation of Supplier and Contractor Performance Management processes.
Monitor contract delivery, report on performance, and analyze KPIs and contract data.
Escalate issues as required.

Requirements

Procurement experience within large similar organizations.
Experience of strategic sourcing and category management.
Understanding of project management principles and experience managing multiple projects.
Experience of contract development, negotiating, and managing supplier contractual arrangements.
Ability to make recommendations and amendments to existing contracts and draft new ones.
Ability to manage stakeholder communications independently at all levels.
Ability to build and manage complex commercial assessment models.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leading and influencing a large, devolved team.
Experience leading procurement activities for civil construction projects is beneficial.
Must have the ability to work without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Skills

Procurement
Commercial Management
Contract Management
Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
Project Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Commercial Assessment Modeling
Interpersonal Skills
Communication Skills
Civil Construction Procurement

Location

Brooklyn, US
Waltham, US

Work Type

Global
Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Salary/Compensations

Brooklyn and surrounding areas: $109,000-$128,000
Walthm and surrounding areas: $102,000-$111,000

About the Company

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses.
We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.
Our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.
We must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow.
We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

Equal Opportunity

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment.
National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.