Procurement Supervisor

Ampirical

About the role

We’re shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. At Ampirical, we focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Procurement Specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support complex utility and infrastructure projects.
• Drive competitive sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, and strategic supplier selection decisions.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, delivery schedules, service levels, commercial terms, and quality expectations.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to lead times, tariffs, supplier capacity, and market conditions.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement activities with project schedules, material requirements, and business objectives.
• Oversee supplier performance management programs, including scorecards, corrective action plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage a variety of contract structures and support commercial negotiations in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure timely execution of procurement activities, from Bill of Materials (BOM) development through purchase order issuance and material delivery.
• Monitor procurement metrics, cost savings initiatives, and supplier performance trends to support data-driven decision making.
• Support process improvement efforts, procurement compliance initiatives, and ethical sourcing practices across the supply chain.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, suppliers, and leadership to proactively address procurement challenges and maintain project momentum.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 7+ years of procurement experience, including prior leadership or supervisory responsibility.
• Experience supporting procurement activities within utility, construction, industrial, manufacturing, or other project-based environments.
• Strong supplier negotiation, contract management, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, prioritize competing demands, and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience developing procurement strategies that balance cost, quality, schedule, and risk.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and SharePoint.
• Experience working within ERP, accounting, procurement, or MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting electric utility, transmission, distribution, substation, or EPC projects.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 schedule integration and project controls processes.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience developing procurement reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat.

Benefits

• Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Pay

Hourly Range: $90,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Schedule

Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off