Procurement Manager - T&D/Energy/Substation

Key Qualifications & Responsibilities

• 8+ years of industry experience
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Industry experience in T&D/Energy/Substation
• Strong electrical background is essential
• Open to individuals with demonstrated Project Management experience in the electric power industry.

Duties

• Manage and oversee Procurement and Expeditor team members
• Support business development and estimating teams by creating innovative material supply strategies for large infrastructure projects
• Lead material bid processes by soliciting pricing from a global supplier network
• Negotiate contracts with successful material supply bids
• Track commodity markets to identify and mitigate material risks
• Establish and maintain strategic vendor relationships worldwide
• Maintain project success by tracking forecasted, budgeted, and actual material pricing
• Expedite material deliveries by managing manufacturing, shipment, and receipt status
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) industry
• Proven knowledge in construction contract administration, EPC procurement, and business law
• Experience with supplier and subcontractor prequalification, Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, contract generation, vendor submittal management, and expediting oversight on EPC T&D projects

Preferred Experience & Education

• Experience managing a procurement team
• Prior experience collaborating with engineering teams and contractors on material specifications and bill of materials reviews
• Strong industry relationships with vendors and subcontractors

Skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while supporting a team
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive-level management
• Strong customer service and time management skills

Travel Requirements

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: Up to 25% to regional or client offices.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (employer-paid)
• Group Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (employer-paid)
• Prescription Drug Program
• 401k Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay