Sr. Procurement Specialist, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Raleigh, NC)

About the role

The Sr. Procurement Specialist at Linxon plays a critical role in the successful delivery of complex EPC projects. They drive strategic procurement activities that ensure the timely availability of materials, equipment, and services essential to project execution.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers meeting technical, commercial, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders with a high degree of accuracy.
• Maintain procurement documentation and records in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual commitments, delivery schedules, quality standards, and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with clients and internal stakeholders to secure required purchasing approvals.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, construction, and other cross-functional teams to support project milestones and manage scope changes.
• Participate in post-award meetings and supplier alignment discussions.
• Manage delivery schedules, warranty administration, and claims resolution activities.
• Support suppliers through invoicing requirements and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain optimization.
• Develop long-term supplier relationships that strengthen sourcing capabilities and improve supplier performance.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, preferably within EPC, construction, infrastructure, energy, power, industrial, or project-driven environments.
• Expertise managing the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, bid evaluation, supplier selection, contract administration, negotiations, and purchase order management.
• Experience utilizing SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms to drive procurement efficiency, reporting accuracy, and process control.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate proposals, negotiate favorable terms, and deliver cost-effective procurement solutions.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, enabling you to build productive relationships with suppliers, clients, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with the ability to analyze procurement data, monitor supplier performance, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• A strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and effective document management.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges, mitigate risks, and adapt effectively within a fast-paced project environment.
• A collaborative approach and a positive attitude in cross-functional environments, contributing positively to project execution and organizational success.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; a technical background is considered a strong advantage.
• Experience supporting power transmission, substations, renewable energy, energy storage, rail electrification, data centers, or other large-scale infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering high-performing EPC solutions that strengthen the power grid.
• Willingness to tackle challenging, high-risk projects with deep expertise and continuous development.
• Ability to operate with precision, resilience, and mission-focus needed to deliver crucial infrastructure.

Skills

• Strategic procurement activities
• Supplier qualification and management
• Procurement documentation and record-keeping
• Supplier performance monitoring
• Client and stakeholder coordination
• Project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Cost-saving and process improvement initiatives
• Long-term supplier relationship development

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Learning and Development
• Mentorship Initiatives
• Internal Mobility
• Performance-Based Advancement

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,200 to $157,600. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

This is a full-time position based in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America.