Description

The director will create and execute sourcing strategies for NYSEG across all purchasing categories, working closely with the executive team to set targets, metrics, timelines, and plans. The role ensures alignment with business and regulatory objectives to keep a reliable flow of goods and services for critical projects and daily operations, serving as the central point of contact between the business and the purchasing function.

Key duties include shaping multi‑year sourcing approaches, establishing procurement performance standards, leading cross‑functional contract and pricing negotiations, and coordinating the purchasing team to meet annual sourcing goals. The director also drives innovation, represents the company in regulatory hearings and audits, and fosters strong relationships with local suppliers and community stakeholders.

• Design and implement long‑term sourcing strategies for complex purchases with a global outlook.
• Set functional standards and procurement performance expectations to drive business impact.
• Lead cross‑functional contract and pricing negotiations, addressing escalations with legal counsel.
• Develop programs that enhance team performance and achieve annual sourcing targets.
• Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and best‑practice sharing across the organization.
• Represent NYSEG in rate‑case hearings, management audits, and other external regulatory matters.
• Conduct demand analysis, supply‑market assessments, competitive bidding, and bid evaluations.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with local New York suppliers and community stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, communicate vision, and align purchasing activities with corporate objectives.
• Manage multiple high‑priority projects, prioritize competing demands, and meet strict deadlines.
• Apply advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex sourcing challenges.
• Develop contractual frameworks and execute negotiation strategies for utility categories.
• Travel to business meetings and supplier sites to maintain stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a forward‑thinking leader who proactively identifies improvement opportunities. Required qualifications are a Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field, combined with at least ten years of relevant experience (seven years with a Master’s). Advanced knowledge of supply‑chain methodologies, strong interpersonal and influencing skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to senior management are essential.

Proven experience in category management, especially in utility‑related categories such as electric and gas construction, vegetation management, and engineering, is required. The role demands strategic orientation, analytical and project‑management expertise, decisive data‑driven decision‑making, and the capacity to manage multiple competing projects while maintaining high customer service standards.

Preferred qualifications include prior experience in the energy industry, a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or Economics, and professional certifications such as CMP or C.P.S.M. Additional experience with global and regional planning, contract writing, and sourcing plan development is valued.

Benefits

The position offers a base salary ranging from $141,000 to $177,000, depending on experience and location. The Director of NYSEG Networks Purchasing reports to the Vice President of Networks and Corporate Purchasing.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance