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As an Associate Vendor Analyst on the IT & Digital Contracts team, you’ll help manage the supplier relationships and contracts that support National Grid’s technology operations and projects.\nYou’ll work with internal teams, senior leaders, procurement partners, vendor managers, and third-party suppliers to make sure technology and digital services are delivered on time, meet expectations, and provide value to the business. You’ll help coordinate meetings, track commitments, support contract activities, and build strong relationships with the people involved.\nThis is a people-focused role and a great opportunity to learn how a large organization works. You’ll gain exposure to new technologies, innovative services, commercial contracts, supplier management, and business operations while working with a supportive team.\nWhat You'll Do\nSupport Vendor Managers with the day-to-day management of IT and Digital suppliers and managed service contracts, including deliverables, obligations, changes, costs, risks, issues, and escalations.\nBuild positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers by understanding business needs, coordinating communication, and helping ensure services meet agreed timelines, quality standards, KPIs, and SLAs.\nPrepare for and support supplier governance meetings by maintaining meeting schedules, supplier scorecards, segmentation information, spend details, supplier profiles, meeting notes, action items, and issue logs.\nWork with internal teams to identify stakeholders, understand demand for services, and support engagement plans that keep requirements and priorities aligned.\nHelp track contract administration, change management, dispute resolution, cost control, deliverables, governance activities, supplier performance, and transition or exit planning.\nCommunicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels, including senior IT leaders, and help turn supplier and contract information into practical updates, decisions, and next steps.\nWhat You'll Need to Apply\nBachelor or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field from an accredited institution \nGraduated between May 2026 and June 2027 \nAbility to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027\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)\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and explain information clearly.\nIt would be awesome if you had\nInternship, co-op, academic, or work experience involving vendor management, procurement, contracts, project coordination, customer service, stakeholder engagement, or business operations.\nBasic knowledge of IT services, software, managed services, or technology projects.\nExperience organizing meetings, tracking action items, preparing reports, or working with tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, or similar platforms.\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 $73,100 to $86,000, 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\nCommunication, relationship management, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills that will support your career growth.\nThe opportunity to be at the forefront of connecting the business with the people and companies that help deliver new technology.\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.\nGDP Information Technology & Digital Rotations\nIn IT & D, we’re working at the heart of change and harnessing the power of technology to build a cleaner, fairer, and more affordable future for all. Innovation is providing our edge in finding a better way for everyone. In fact, we like to think of ourselves as a band of unsung heroes. Our IT Graduate Development Rotational Program will provide you with the opportunity to be at the heart of this transformation. The program consists of an 18-month exploration consisting of three 6-month rotations in varying IT & Digital departments. Your first rotation will be in the role outlined below and you will return to this role following two broadening 6-month rotations where you will 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\nWaltham, MA $73,100 - $86,000 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 Tuesday, 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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