Sr. Procurement Specialist; Electrical Equipment and Components

Position: Sr. Procurement Specialist (Electrical Equipment and Components)
Key Responsibilities:

* Lead procurement activities for complex electrical equipment packages, including switch gear, VFDs/drives, MCCs, power distribution lineups, and associated controls.

* Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules with strategic suppliers to optimize total cost of ownership and mitigate schedule risk.

* Serve as a technical procurement subject matter expert, evaluating electrical equipment specifications, cross-compatibility between manufacturers, and substitution options in coordination with Project Engineers.

* Review and validate technical requirements on purchase orders to ensure alignment with engineering drawings, project specifications, and applicable standards.

* Track, document, and report procurement status for active projects, including delivery timelines, long-lead items, and cost performance.

* Actively manage supplier performance, including expediting critical materials, resolving quality issues, and supporting warranty and claim resolution.

* Support inventory planning and spare parts strategies for electrical equipment and power systems.

* Provide input into capital expenditure planning, cost forecasts, and procurement risk assessments.

* Track and document all approved purchases for current projects, analyze procurement costs, and identify opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements.

* Communicate procurement updates through clear written and verbal reports, including delivery schedules and material status.

* Support inventory control processes and assist with compliance reviews.

* Ensure purchased products and services meet purchase order requirements and technical specifications.

* Manage spare parts procurement, including quoting, supplier coordination, and delivery tracking.

* Facilitate vendor warranty claims. Assist with the preparation of purchasing and capital expenditure reports, including cost-benefit and payback analyses.

* Assist with the ordering of ad hoc office supplies and other non-project materials as instructed.

* Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical equipment and components.

* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.

* Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office software; comfort working with cost models and technical documentation.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

* Willingness to safely navigate industrial and field environments while using appropriate PPE.

* Other duties as assigned.

Strategic Focus Areas:

* Technical Leadership:
Apply deep electrical knowledge to support engineering decisions, reduce risk, and ensure correct equipment selection.

* Cost & Schedule Control:
Proactively manage long-lead electrical components to protect project schedules and margins.

* Supplier Partnerships:
Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs and key electrical vendors to improve pricing, lead times, and technical support.

* Operational Alignment:
Work closely with Project Engineering, Operations, and Field Services to ensure procurement decisions align with execution realities.

Qualifications:

Required:

* High school diploma or GED.

* Minimum of 5 years of procurement or purchasing experience, with at least 3 years focused on electrical equipment or power systems.

Preferred:

* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Electrical Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

* Experience supporting EPC, industrial power, drilling, or energy-related projects.

* Familiarity with procurement of integrated electrical systems and long-lead capital equipment.

* Experience improving or implementing procurement processes, supplier frameworks, or inventory strategies.

Work Environment:

* Primarily office-based in a climate-controlled setting with minimal safety hazards.

* Regular requirements to sit, stand, walk, lift, and use office equipment.

* Occasional travel to company offices and field locations, including drilling rig sites, under various weather and environmental conditions (day/night, hot/cold).

* Must adhere to all company safety standards and wear designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.