Manager - PMO Operations

Manager - PMO OperationsDepartment: Planning & CoordinationReports to: Senior Manager - PMOLocation: In Office, Kirkwood NY, Rochester NYThe base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $125,766.40 - $157,208Job SummaryThe Manager PMO Operations plays a critical leadership role within Avangrid's Networks business, overseeing supply chain and SAP support operations across an assigned jurisdiction. This position provides strategic direction to a multidisciplinary team responsible for procurement coordination, material expediting, framework governance, and SAP and procurement platform (Ariba) support. The role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of essential materials and services. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in procurement, SAP systems, risk mitigation, and cross-functional leadership to drive operational excellence and support the successful execution of capital projects.Key ResponsibilitiesLead multidisciplinary teams to optimize procurement timing, quality, and cost across capital projects.Align cross-functional departments (e.g., Legal, Finance, Purchasing) to streamline procurement and project execution.Develop and implement procurement strategies in coordination with project execution teams.Champion procurement excellence by promoting best practices that reduce risk and enhance Avangrid's economic position.Oversee jurisdictional framework agreement forecasting and development, ensuring regulatory and business alignment.Guide material management and expediting teams to forecast needs and prevent delays or stock-outs.Lead SAP subject matter experts to support project execution and system optimization.Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit readiness.Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement through effective team leadership.Communicate strategically across all levels of the organization, delivering training and resolving cross-functional priorities.Promote automation and process efficiencies to drive innovation and improve operational workflows.Hire, train, and develop high-performing teams, providing clear feedback and supporting professional growth.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.6-8 years of experience in procurement, contracts, and material management.Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, develop procurement strategies, and interpret complex commercial and legal contract terms.Strong knowledge of industry standards in Electric Transmission, Substation and Distribution, Gas Distribution, and LNG Storage and Conversion.Expertise in procurement policies and process improvement.Demonstrated success in material/inventory management and supplier coordination.Ability to influence and manage within a matrixed organization.Excellent communication skills, with experience preparing documentation for diverse stakeholders.Proficiency in data analytics to drive business performance.Extensive experience with enterprise systems such as SAP.Preferred QualificationsCPSM or CPIM certification.Company:NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORPMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at [email protected] employe