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About the Role

National Grid is seeking a Lead Category Buyer for their new Generation Business Unit to develop and execute procurement and supply chain strategies for gas turbines, related equipment, and services. This role is crucial for securing market-leading commercial outcomes, ensuring supply reliability, managing supplier relationships, mitigating risks, and creating long-term value for generation assets. The position also serves as a strategic procurement business partner to the Generation Business Unit, offering market intelligence and commercial recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Support VP and Director-level Procurement Business Partners in developing strategic relationships with Generation Business Unit stakeholders.
• Develop and implement category strategies covering gas turbines, generators, major plant equipment, long-term service agreements, outage services, plant maintenance, and related generation technologies.
• Lead high-value procurement events for major generation projects, including repowering projects, peaking facilities, and lifecycle maintenance programs.
• Provide market intelligence on OEM capacity, manufacturing slot availability, technology developments, pricing trends, supply chain constraints, and supplier investment strategies.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with key OEMs and suppliers.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, including equipment supply agreements, framework agreements, long-term service agreements (LTSAs), outage contracts, and strategic partnerships.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate key risks associated with generation supply chains.
• Work closely with Engineering, Asset Management, Operations, Project Delivery, and Commercial teams to develop procurement strategies.
• Drive supplier performance through structured contract and vendor management processes.
• Support decarbonization and sustainability objectives by evaluating emerging generation technologies and supply chain initiatives.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing category team.

Requirements

• Significant procurement and category management experience within power generation, energy infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, or related capital-intensive sectors.
• Deep understanding of gas turbine technologies, generation asset supply chains, and major equipment procurement strategies.
• Experience managing commercial engagements with major OEMs such as Siemens Energy, GE Vernova, Mitsubishi Power, Ansaldo Energia, or equivalent industrial suppliers.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex equipment supply agreements, long-term service agreements (LTSAs), framework agreements, and strategic supplier contracts.
• Strong understanding of generation project lifecycles, including development, EPC delivery, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and plant life extension activities.
• Proven ability to utilize market intelligence and category analytics to influence sourcing decisions and deliver strategic value.
• Experience managing supply chain risks associated with long-lead equipment, global manufacturing capacity constraints, and critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and executive stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing procurement teams.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership, engineering teams, project teams, and supplier executives.
• Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Skills

• Procurement
• Category Management
• Supply Chain Strategy
• Gas Turbine Technologies
• Commercial Negotiations
• Risk Mitigation
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Market Intelligence
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership

Location

• MA
• NY
• TX

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Lead

Education Level

• Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline

Salary/Compensations

• $109,000-$154,000

About the Company

• National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class.
• National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring.
• This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills.
• Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

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.
• We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.