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Sourcing Agent jobs are open across retail, manufacturing, consumer goods, and logistics, at every level from entry-level to senior and manager, with specializations in global procurement, supplier development, and product sourcing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
This position is responsible for driving the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium dollar/complexity purchases. The Sourcing Agent supports the company’s strategic direction and assists with building an organization that will expertly execute procurement control processes. This position will promote strategic and operational functions of the company-wide volume aggregation and standardization, supplier base optimization, and assist with the development of cost-saving synergies across all functions. Sourcing agents assist in identifying and implementing best practices in all procurement processes. This position builds supportive internal and external relationships within Procurement and across functions.
This position will support the procurement requests related to our natural gas and facilities services.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a trusted advisor to client groups - providing expertise and advice on new approaches to sourcing and contract management as well as guidance on compliance with relevant company and public sector policies and procedures.
- Drives cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation and contract implementation.
- Executes sourcing activities by working with stakeholders to prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs), review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories as assigned.
- Seeks to improve capabilities of the supply base and/or key business processes - implements best practices in sourcing and contract management.
- Engages the client to define, analyze and prioritize requirements with a view to the longer term business strategy.
- Stays abreast of supply market trends, supplier economics.
- Plans sourcing events with business to manage contract end dates and allow for transition.
- Manages contract administration, coordinates with end users and suppliers, and provides oversight and co-ordination with the business.
- Provides consultation services to the business to resolve contract disputes. When acting in the contract manager role for a contract, will be accountable for all aspects of the contract management lifecycle.
- Negotiates and executes medium dollar / complex contracts.
- Collaborates with Legal to review commercial terms and ensure contracts properly define requirements in Statements of Work (SOW’s).
- Ensures development and qualification of sources to support purchases of supplies, equipment and services, conducting site visits to current and prospective suppliers as required.
- Identifies supply and quality problems proactively and lead the development of corrective actions to the benefit of Procurement's internal partners.
Qualifications
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
- Requires advanced sourcing and procurement best practice process knowledge, purchasing knowledge, including expertise in the category area and full understanding of purchasing and inventory systems.
- Great understanding of contract language terms and conditions. Solid understanding of business/ financial principles. Strong analytical, problem solving, decision making, and influencing skills.
- Effective negotiation skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to present to different organizational levels.
- Demonstrated project management and leadership skills, including the ability to manage conflict and encourage collaboration.
- Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- MBA preferred.
Experience:
- Three (3) Plus years related experience.
- Demonstrated strategic sourcing / procurement experience to include purchasing, negotiating/drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development and supplier qualification/certification.
- Prior experience with commodity and supplier relationship management desired.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Six Sigma, Lean, Process or Project Mgmt. Certifications desirable.
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Competencies:
Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$94,390.00-$104,880.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
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Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
This position is responsible for driving the procurement sourcing strategies, managing the bid process, and negotiating the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for medium dollar/complexity purchases. The Sourcing Agent supports the company’s strategic direction and assists with building an organization that will expertly execute procurement control processes. This position will promote strategic and operational functions of the company-wide volume aggregation and standardization, supplier base optimization, and assist with the development of cost-saving synergies across all functions. Sourcing agents assist in identifying and implementing best practices in all procurement processes. This position builds supportive internal and external relationships within Procurement and across functions.
This position will support the procurement requests related to our natural gas and facilities services.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a trusted advisor to client groups - providing expertise and advice on new approaches to sourcing and contract management as well as guidance on compliance with relevant company and public sector policies and procedures.
- Drives cross-functional teams through all stages of the sourcing process: supplier evaluation, supplier negotiation and contract implementation.
- Executes sourcing activities by working with stakeholders to prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs), review bids, and negotiate with suppliers for indirect spend categories as assigned.
- Seeks to improve capabilities of the supply base and/or key business processes - implements best practices in sourcing and contract management.
- Engages the client to define, analyze and prioritize requirements with a view to the longer term business strategy.
- Stays abreast of supply market trends, supplier economics.
- Plans sourcing events with business to manage contract end dates and allow for transition.
- Manages contract administration, coordinates with end users and suppliers, and provides oversight and co-ordination with the business.
- Provides consultation services to the business to resolve contract disputes. When acting in the contract manager role for a contract, will be accountable for all aspects of the contract management lifecycle.
- Negotiates and executes medium dollar / complex contracts.
- Collaborates with Legal to review commercial terms and ensure contracts properly define requirements in Statements of Work (SOW’s).
- Ensures development and qualification of sources to support purchases of supplies, equipment and services, conducting site visits to current and prospective suppliers as required.
- Identifies supply and quality problems proactively and lead the development of corrective actions to the benefit of Procurement's internal partners.
Qualifications
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
- Requires advanced sourcing and procurement best practice process knowledge, purchasing knowledge, including expertise in the category area and full understanding of purchasing and inventory systems.
- Great understanding of contract language terms and conditions. Solid understanding of business/ financial principles. Strong analytical, problem solving, decision making, and influencing skills.
- Effective negotiation skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to present to different organizational levels.
- Demonstrated project management and leadership skills, including the ability to manage conflict and encourage collaboration.
- Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- MBA preferred.
Experience:
- Three (3) Plus years related experience.
- Demonstrated strategic sourcing / procurement experience to include purchasing, negotiating/drafting contracts, contract management, supplier development and supplier qualification/certification.
- Prior experience with commodity and supplier relationship management desired.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Six Sigma, Lean, Process or Project Mgmt. Certifications desirable.
#LI-ES3
#corpajd
Competencies:
Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$94,390.00-$104,880.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sourcing agent jobs.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and vendor negotiations
- Proficiency with procurement or supply chain management software
- Strong knowledge of product costing, quality standards, and lead times
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field
- Ability to analyze supplier performance data and prepare reports
- Experience with international sourcing, imports, or customs compliance
Tips for Your Sourcing Agent Job Search
Quantify supplier results on your resume
Hiring managers want to see outcomes, not duties. Replace phrases like 'managed supplier relationships' with specific results: cost reductions negotiated, lead times shortened, or vendor pools expanded. Numbers give recruiters a concrete reason to move your application forward.
Highlight category expertise in your headline
Sourcing agents hired for apparel, electronics, and food packaging are evaluated very differently. Name your category directly in your resume headline and summary so recruiters can confirm fit before reading further. Generic headlines get skipped.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sourcing agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by sourcing function
Job titles vary widely: supplier development, procurement specialist, and global sourcing coordinator can all describe the same role. Search for the function you want, not just one title, so you don't miss postings that fit your experience but use different terminology.
Prepare a sample supplier evaluation walkthrough
Many sourcing agent interviews include a scenario where you walk through how you would assess and select a new supplier. Practice explaining your evaluation criteria, risk factors you check, and how you document the decision. This is where unprepared candidates lose offers.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Sourcing roles that require frequent travel or international supplier visits often carry expense budgets, travel stipends, or performance bonuses tied to cost savings. Ask about these components specifically during the offer stage rather than accepting the base figure alone.
Sourcing Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sourcing agents?
Eversource Energy, Techtronic Industries Co., and Harris County are hiring the most sourcing agents right now, with openings concentrated in New Hampshire, Connecticut, and South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retail, manufacturing, and consumer goods companies consistently account for a large share of active openings.
How many sourcing agent jobs are remote?
About 100% of sourcing agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in domestic procurement and indirect spend roles. Positions focused on factory audits, overseas supplier visits, or hands-on quality inspections are more likely to require on-site or in-person presence.
How do you become a sourcing agent?
Start with a degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field, then build foundational experience in purchasing, buying, or vendor coordination. Learn to read product specifications, negotiate contracts, and use procurement tools. Many sourcing agents move up from assistant buyer or purchasing coordinator roles, adding category expertise over time.
Can you get hired as a sourcing agent with little experience?
Yes, entry-level sourcing roles exist, especially in retail and consumer goods companies that hire junior buyers or procurement coordinators. Focus your application on transferable skills: vendor communication, cost analysis, or project coordination. Internships with a buying office, a retail chain, or a logistics company are the fastest way to build a credible starting point.
What does the sourcing agent interview process look like?
Most sourcing agent interviews include a phone or video screen followed by one or two rounds with the procurement or supply chain team. Expect scenario questions about supplier selection, handling a quality issue, or managing a cost-reduction initiative. Some employers add a written case study where you assess a hypothetical vendor or category. References are typically checked before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to sourcing agent jobs?
You can find and apply to sourcing agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and category background, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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