Procurement Team Lead

About the role

The Procurement Team Lead position is a 'working manager' role within Rosendin Electric, a leading EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractor. This role oversees a work group responsible for procurement of various materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and mentor the team to meet or exceed performance goals and expectations.
• Evaluate and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Plan and execute procurement processes, including pre-bid closeout.
• Manage and implement cost savings opportunities and process standardization.
• Support the estimating department by obtaining budgetary quotes and preparing bids.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers and consult with legal and management.
• Monitor and oversee the competitive bid process using RFPs or RFQs.
• Qualify and evaluate suppliers for materials and equipment.
• Lead aggregated sourcing events to enhance procurement value.
• Collaborate on larger category strategy initiatives to improve margins and efficiency.
• Review supplier metrics and engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Manage supplier relationships through SRM.
• Assess material availability and communicate with stakeholders.
• Communicate and enforce procurement policies.
• Develop and review procurement analytics, reports, and deliverables.
• Oversee the development and implementation of procurement and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee projections, financial planning, delivery schedules, and reporting.
• Verify material accuracy upon receipt and oversee the material review process.
• Enter documentation into the purchasing system.
• Review and approve invoices with vendors and A/P.
• Oversee the development and use of 3rd-party Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Oversee the return material and ensure proper and timely credit to the project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical procurement experience.
• Combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Thorough understanding of electrical and construction principles.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent supervisory and mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to and support ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to handle pressure and maintain a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach.
• Proactive and effective team player.
• Ability to interact professionally with all employees, management, staff, vendors, clients, and others.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to delegate work effectively.
• Experience balancing the roles of managing people and projects.
• Ability to work under supervision.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse team.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Annual bonus program based on performance, profitability, and achievements
• 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation