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Supplier Governance Process Specialist

2 months ago

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States National Grid USA Full time
About National Grid

At National Grid, we play a crucial role in connecting homes and businesses to energy, ensuring that supply meets demand effectively. Our dedicated workforce strives to keep essential services operational, from educational institutions to healthcare facilities and entertainment venues. Every position within our organization contributes to achieving ambitious targets and our overarching mission: to secure a sustainable and clean energy future for generations to come. Here, you will be at the forefront of the energy sector.

We are committed to upholding the highest standards in all our endeavors, particularly in how we nurture, value, and develop our workforce. Our goal is to empower employees to excel and reach their full potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, offering flexible support tailored to both home and office environments.

Our department encompasses a wide array of categories, including Indirect, IT & Digital, Network Operations (Maintenance & Repair), Gas Equipment and Services, as well as large-scale Construction and Network Equipment. Our clear mission is to facilitate a clean, equitable, and affordable energy future through innovative and responsible supply chain leadership.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Supplier Governance Process & Standards Specialist to take on a Full-Time, Permanent position.

This role will assist the Supplier Governance Process & Standards Manager in shaping the supplier engagement and performance standards, as well as the processes that position National Grid as a preferred partner for our suppliers.

As National Grid leads the transition towards a Net Zero future in the UK and Northeast USA, we understand that decarbonizing our energy systems will require innovative partnerships, technologies, and significant investments. Over the next five years, we plan to invest over £60 billion across our UK and US operations—nearly double the investment made in the previous five years. This pivotal moment in our industry presents substantial opportunities for National Grid, marking the beginning of a transformative era that will influence our success for decades.

In light of these developments, our supply chains are encountering unprecedented challenges and are integral to our strategic plans, placing National Grid Procurement at the heart of our Net Zero objectives. We have outlined an ambitious transformation strategy aimed at becoming the preferred client for our supply partners while ensuring exceptional outcomes for our Business Units (BUs). Our strategy focuses on three key areas:
  • Collaboration: We are strengthening our relationships with our supply chain, aligning closely with each NG Group Business Unit (BU).
  • Scale: We are harnessing the vast scale of our organization to unlock greater potential, achieving remarkable outcomes through collective strength.
  • Operational Innovation: We are transforming our operational methods, adopting new technologies and approaches to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
Key Responsibilities

You will play a vital role in National Grid's supplier segmentation strategy, focusing on the development, evolution, and maintenance of processes and standards for strategic supplier engagement, vendor management, and contract oversight.
  • Lead the delivery and ongoing refinement of a robust supplier segmentation strategy, adapting it to evolving supplier dynamics.
  • Establish standards and processes for supplier engagement across all levels of National Grid's supply chain, collaborating with Strategic Supplier Engagement (SSE), Supply Chain Risk and Performance, and Market Supplier Development teams.
  • Contribute to the formulation of comprehensive supplier strategies for key suppliers, integrating insights from various teams (e.g., Sustainability, Supply Chain Risk) and aligning with business objectives.
  • Enhance training programs related to the defined supplier standards process across the broader Procurement function.
  • Work with the procurement digital team to identify, develop, and implement technologies that drive continuous improvement in supplier governance.
  • Support the 'Voice of the Supplier' initiatives, generating insights that inform action plans aimed at enhancing National Grid's market perception as a 'Client of Choice.'
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of an effective supplier governance framework and reporting system, ensuring appropriate controls and KPIs are applied to supplier performance, risks, costs, and relationships by category team.
Qualifications
  • Exceptional skills in stakeholder and supplier management, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels, both internally and externally.
  • In-depth knowledge of commercial models and techniques necessary for achieving best-in-class supplier engagement.
  • Proven negotiation abilities and a comprehensive understanding of contract law, with experience in managing procurement activities and delivering value.
  • Strong analytical skills for assessing KPIs and contract data, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to support category teams in mitigating commercial risks.
  • Good understanding of National Grid's broader business objectives and their implications for category management.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions based on incomplete information.
Compensation and Benefits

Our commitment to rewarding work and fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture is just the beginning. For comprehensive details on our benefits, please refer to our digital benefit guide.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse range of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We promote a culture of inclusion that enhances employee engagement and drives superior performance in the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer, encouraging individuals from diverse backgrounds to consider joining our team.