Position Information:
Job Title: Manager - Purchasing
Locations: Orange, CT or Boston, MA
Salary Range: $141,120 -$184,400; depending upon location and experience
Schedule; On Site, 5 days
Job SummaryThe Purchasing Manager will work with a team of Buyers to lead procurement activities across Corporate functions, including Fleet, General Services, Security, and IT. Responsibilities include leading high-value sourcing events, evaluating proposals, negotiating commercial terms, selecting suppliers, driving cost-reduction initiatives, and maintaining high customer service standards.
Key Responsibilities• Oversee and direct a team of Buyers to ensure timely process of high volume of material and services as requested by the Business.
• Responsible for generating and maintaining various reports as required. Includes tracking and trending of performance measures.
• Ensure compliance with controls and procedures.
• Communication and share information with the internal Business units and within the Purchasing team.
• Evaluate proposal for awards (PA) and approve tenders to ensure that the purchasing process has been followed.
• Develop and maintain a high-performance culture, resulting in continued success by meeting KPIs and improved levels of service to internal customers.
• Sets goals and challenges employees, provide staff with coaching, and feedback.
Required Qualifications• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years experience as it relates to the job description.
• Demonstrated knowledge of "e" enabled supply chain systems (e.g. SAP)
• Knowledge of supply chain methodologies, models, and procedures.
• Proven success in negotiating high-value and complex contracts for equipment and services.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to communicate concepts, data and recommendations to management.
• Strong organizational and forward-planning skills, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet, database and Internet applications.
Preferred Qualifications• Prior experience in the energy industry
• Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics, or a relevant field.
• CMP, C.P.S.M, or equivalent certifications or working toward achievement is welcome
• Experience with SAP supply chain systems
Competencies• Growth & Continuous Improvement
• Initiative & Change
• Focused on Results
• Customer Centric (internal and/or external)
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership (people managers/leaders)
What We Offer:- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
- Generous performance-based bonuses
- 12% 401(k) match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and clear career-advancement pathways
For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid#LI-Onsite; #LI-CH1
Company:AVANGRID MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC.
Mobility 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.
Job Posting End Date:November-26-2026
