Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerAs one of the nation's leading electric transmission line construction companies, MasTec Power Delivery companies engineer and construct efficient and reliable electrical transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard systems. Our extensive workforce includes both union and nonunion teams, which, combined with our specialized equipment fleet, allows us to effectively meet our clients' needs for power delivery, emergency restoration, and ongoing maintenance. We've been involved in some of the most challenging and recognizable electric projects across the U.S. From the electric plant to the end users, MasTec's experienced managers and crews consistently deliver transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard services with an unfailing commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices.The Procurement Manager coordinates, organizes, and oversees activities involved in the identification, evaluation, analysis and acquisition of the company's material and services.Responsibilities:Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to prepare and initiate invitation to bids to selected suppliers, negotiation, Purchase Order award, and Purchase Order close-out of equipment and services, including managing supplier performance aspects of major projects and contracts establish and provide an effective supply chain.Review planned Bill of Materials to ensure Purchase Orders are created prior to commitment and approval processTransmits approved purchase orders with appropriate supporting documents to Supplier and tracks acknowledgement by Supplier, confirm system lead time, delivery date and costReviews, updates and maintains open Purchase Orders until closedReports Supplier non-conformances and prepares return documentation to Supplier with follow up until resolvedWork with all relevant parties in the consolidation, reduction and rationalization of the local supplier base and achieve cost improvement targets assigned by ManagerServe as the single point of contact for Suppliers questions, leads supplier conference calls or meetings for the resolution or mitigation plans of key or critical issues to ensure alignment with project expectationsLeads on the preparation of reporting and KPI measurement (e.g. savings report)Leads in developing and maintaining Supplier Relationship Management programWorks closely with the Sourcing leads, Material Coordinators and network of Project ManagersDevelops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located on company sitesMaintains required quantity of supplies, services and materials to optimize productionAssess the ability to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materialsNegotiates prices for material, services and supplies and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companiesParticipates as an advisory member of the project cost development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies, services and materialsActs as part of the team coordinating engineering or construction changes to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitionsMonitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departmentsHires and trains departmental personnelOversees the daily workflow and schedules of the departmentConducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructiveHandles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policyPerforms other related duties as assignedQualifications:Skills & Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and internal customers.Strong supervisory and leadership skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailThorough understanding of company processes and logisticsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareEducation and/or Work Experience:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field required; Master's degree preferredThree (3) years of experience as a procurement manager, or similar relevant position required*Pay Range: $108,000 to $131,000