Sr. Procurement Manager

We are seeking a seasoned procurement professional to lead subcontract and service sourcing efforts for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. This role involves significant collaboration across internal teams and requires frequent travel to project sites-approximately 30-50% of the time, with most sites located within a few hours of the Mid-Atlantic region.

Primary Objectives:

• Act as a strategic partner between the procurement function and key internal departments such as executive leadership, engineering, sales, and operations.
• Support high-impact programs by applying project management principles to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction Procurement Strategy

• Analyze project specifications and estimated material requirements.
• Develop initial procurement strategies covering equipment, subcontractors, and specialty services.
• Prepare detailed RFPs/RFQs that reflect total cost of ownership and value-based criteria.
• Identify and prequalify multiple vendors per package, assessing capabilities, financial health, and contract compliance.
• Evaluate and compare vendor proposals using structured analysis tools.
• Collaborate with technical teams to validate scope and ensure alignment.
• Negotiate terms and finalize agreements.
• Reconcile procurement plans with project budgets.

Execution Phase Procurement

• Transition procurement plans from pre-construction to project teams through formal documentation and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain and update procurement schedules, aiming to secure the majority of orders early in the project lifecycle.
• Monitor deliveries and ensure proper inspection and receipt.
• Resolve outstanding commitments and close out procurement activities.
• Document discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Share market insights across teams to inform future sourcing decisions.

Market Intelligence & Optimization

• Incorporate current market trends into procurement strategies, including:
  • Pricing fluctuations
  • Lead times and logistics
  • Alternative sourcing and product substitutions
  • Regulatory and compliance updates
• Interpret technical documents, drawings, and schedules.
• Travel to vendor facilities and project sites as needed to support planning and issue resolution.

Strategic Sourcing & Long-Term Agreements

• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement across categories.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to prioritize sourcing initiatives.
• Develop long-term agreements that reduce acquisition costs and improve value.

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree with 10-12 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven track record in sourcing and negotiating with manufacturers, subcontractors, and fabricators.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and SharePoint.
• Solid understanding of financial and business principles.

Physical & Cognitive Requirements:

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity for keyboard use.
• Strong listening and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret written materials.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.