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You'll be an integral member of the team and deliver innovative thinking to help our categories and stakeholders make effective sourcing decisions.\nAs an Associate Category Buyer, you'll be responsible for one of 3 teams: NY/NE Gas, Electric and Group Indirect Procurement. You'll work with internal and external stakeholders to establish clear business needs, along with supporting the delivery of savings targets. You'll gain a basic understanding of contractual terms and conditions by allowing you then to craft structured agreements with legal and stakeholder input. Lastly, you'll gain an understanding of how to analyze large data sets and extract information for strategic decision-making.\nLocation: This position can be based in Albany or Syracuse, New York; Brooklyn or Hicksville, New York; or Waltham, Massachusetts.\nWhat You'll Do\nAs the Associate Category Buyer, you'll be responsible for different areas: Category Management, Commercial, Negotiation, Supplier Relationship Management, and Systems & Analytics.\nCategory Management \nExecute operationally, complex sourcing activities; implement more than one option: RFX (Request forX), e-sourcing, or Consortiums.\nCommercial Negotiation \nEstablish structured negotiation plans (with support of Senior staff) with clarity of desired outcomes, leveraging stakeholder input and support where appropriate.\nSupplier Relationship Management\nIdentify critical suppliers and create appropriate engagement plans to ensure our Supply Chain risk profile and inputs to continuous improvement are proactively managed.\nDemonstrate a collaborative approach with the supply base and develop integrated plans to drive appropriate value for business and customer requirements.\nSystems & Analytics\nAdapt to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP, Tableau, Ariba, and Spend Analytics\nWhat You'll Need to Apply\nBachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in supply chain, business, operations management, information technology, or a related field.\nGraduated between May 2026 and June 2027 \nAbility to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027\nValid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy\nWork authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)\nIt would be awesome if you had\nExperience with SAP, Ariba, Tableau, Spend Analytics, or other business, procurement, or reporting systems.\nExperience with strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, category management, or project management through coursework, internships, student organizations, or other leadership experiences.\nFamiliarity with software development processes, networks, data and process flows, or other technology concepts that support procurement and supplier engagements.\nWhat You’ll Get in Return\nStructured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth\nExposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business\nOpportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections\nMeaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid\nCompetitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $89,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package\nFinancial support for your future through up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies\nAbout the Graduate Development Program\nNational Grid’s Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry. Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we’ll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one - putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.\nGraduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US. Following Orientation, you’ll begin working in the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real-world National Grid problem.\nProcurement Rotations\nGraduates in our Procurement teams will take part in a rotational exploration opportunity. Your first year will be in the role outlined below, following your first year you will have the opportunity to have one 9-month rotation in Procurement designed to provide you with a breadth of experience within your functional area and accelerate your progression at National Grid. This placement will provide you with the opportunity to solve complex problems and focus on growth that will transform the energy sector as we know it.\nAbout National Grid\nNational Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.\nWe know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.\nAre you ready to unlock the power of the possible?\nMore Information\nSalary Range\nLocations: Albany & Syracuse, NY | Brooklyn & Hicksville, NY | Waltham, MA $70,000 - $89,000 a year\nNational Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.\nPlease note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.\nApplications close on December 1, 2026.As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.\nNational Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.\nNational 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.\nOur 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. 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