Procurement Manager (Remote)

Overview

Oversee procurement of equipment, materials, and services for utility projects.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement strategy
• vendor management
• rfp management
• negotiation
• cost savings
• process improvement

Tasks

-Purchase medium to high value/risk goods and services -Meet key performance metrics such as time to market, time to order, and cost savings -Negotiate commercial terms and conditions for capital projects, services, purchases, and related contracts under general supervision -Develop process-driven practices and improvements ensuring evaluation of entire process from acquisition to disposal -Work with teams to develop business and commercial requirements, specifications, supply chain objectives, sourcing criteria, market and supplier evaluations, proposal evaluation criteria and models, and purchase recommendations for materials and services -Provide oversight and direction in procurement activities with utility clients pursuing large capital investment programs. -Develop, prepare, distribute, issue, and maintain vendor lists, sourcing strategies, terms and conditions, bilateral agreements, RFP's (Requests for Proposals), proposal evaluation criteria, supplier proposals, and purchase/service orders -Develop comprehensive procurement strategies for services, materials, and equipment. -Assist with establishing identified domestic and international sourcing and procurement practices and policies -Conduct competitive bids which result in purchasing of materials or services from the best-evaluated supplier derived from the bid evaluation

Requirements

• supply chain
• 5+ years
• power delivery
• bachelor's
• microsoft office
• problem solver

What You Bring

-Ability to lead problem-resolution sessions with internal customers and suppliers -Quantifiable in managing relationships with Internal and External stakeholders -Proven Leader: Due to the nature of our work as well and the geographic spread of our teams we are looking for leaders that know how to lead, develop their team, foster strong interpersonal ties, and have the ambition to succeed -Ability to negotiate with vendors/service providers including the ability to develop strategies and tactics, and influence decisions -Travel: The role will require periodic travel to support the needs of customers and projects and expected to be between 25% to 40% travel. -Self-Starter. The people that find success here one has to have the ability to jump right in learning as they go. This role specifically will require the ability to collaborate and take charge of their respective scope -Exceptional communication skills (oral and written) -Knowledge and experience working within a projected role and environment -A minimum of five (5) years experience in supply chain management, or complementary areas -Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all levels of an organization; ability to work as a member of a team -Assessment skills including the ability to review and evaluate proposals -Knowledge of electric utility structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations -Understanding of SOX Compliance, the Uniform Commercial Code and contract law and how they relate to Procurement Services -A minimum of three (3) years of industry experience (Power Delivery, Utility Sector) -Problem Solver: A desire to be the solution is a must -Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience -Proficient with the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite

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Benefits

-New Dads and Moms Benefit program -Gender affirming care -Fertility Benefits -Vacation/Paid Sick Leave -Telehealth Benefit covers all providers -Maternity and Paternity Leave -Paid Holidays -Voluntary Life Insurance

About Power Engineers

-The company’s expertise spans across a wide range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and industrial engineering. -They work on projects ranging from power generation to water treatment, requiring technical prowess and creative problem-solving. -Their diverse portfolio includes renewable energy initiatives, utilities infrastructure, and industrial facilities. -They are known for a collaborative approach, optimizing solutions for complex challenges alongside clients. -POWER Engineers has become a trusted partner for many large-scale organizations and government entities. -With continuous growth, they have expanded to include a global footprint of projects.

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