Regional Procurement Manager - Mountain West Region

Regional Procurement Manager - Mountain West RegionThis range is provided by Fit First Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$130,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yrHR and Labor Relations Leadership | Recruiting/Staffing: Operations, Accounting, Engineering, ProcurementOverview:Our client, a national leading electrical construction company is looking for their next RegionalProcurement Manager to join the team during an exciting time of unprecedented growth. The Procurement Manager will oversee the Mountain West Region and can office in either Metro Portland, OR or Metro Phoenix, AZ (preferred). The Regional Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring effective overall management of the execution of material contracts over multiple projects within the assigned region, reporting to the Director of Procurement, Materials. This position will support project teams with procurement execution, and interface with the project teams and operational leadership, while ensuring compliance with company and contractual obligations.About the Company:"If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the electrical construction industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, we have been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest Employee-owned electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!"What You Will Do:Work with Regional VP or Regional Executive to ensure purchasing strategies and initiatives align with Regional Goals.Effectively manage people and projects with cross-divisional teams to pursue cost savings opportunities, while implementing & adhering to continuous improvement initiatives and a process standardization framework.Provide appropriate coaching and mentoring with staff personnel to optimize current performance, and to align on individual career path objectives.Conduct effective personnel performance reviews and make appropriate salary recommendations.Establish and maintain effective client relations to achieve active cooperation and team alignment.Support Operations in the development of their project estimates based on material pricing and statement of work expertise.Manage the competitive request for proposal (RFP) process for all materials to ensure the sourcing team is negotiating the best overall value on behalf of the company.Review and manage all internal/external metrics for our suppliers, procurement, and operations to ensure targets are being met, and identify root cause and mitigation actions to address any deficiency gaps.Project manage all material sourcing events, in collaboration with the Procurement Center of Excellence, to minimize operational disruption, mitigate supplier risks, and increase REI margin.Review, analyze, and recommend awards in accordance with the approved decision model and Delegation of Authority to ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.Assist in the creation of negotiation plans and support the terms and conditions/commercial negotiations.Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).Resolve supplier issues with Project and Field management as required.Support the implementation of material procurement processes and procedures, acting as a change agent in identifying and incorporating continuous improvement initiatives across all aspects of the broader planning-to-pay continuum.Consult with Contract Administration/Legal department(s) for clarification on contractual language when required.Partner with Business Development to ensure appropriate suppliers are engaged for budgeting or design-build proposals.Act as liaison between operations, suppliers, and manufacturers as necessary.Perform other duties as assigned.What You Need To Be Successful:Ability to travel: 25% - 30%Minimum 7 years' professional experience specifically in procurement, contract management, project management or related role.Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience.Demonstrated ability to effectively coach, mentor and manage a diverse staff of procurement professionals in an environment undergoing project demand growth with concurrent continuous improvement change initiatives.Ability to gather and analyze procurement and spend data for better business insights and effective decision-making.Ability to be effective at negotiating, networking, and addressing other factors such as sustainability, risk management and ethical issues.Thorough knowledge of electrical equipment and construction materials.Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies, and accounting.Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with suppliers.Demonstrated experience managing Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) via contracts or Service Level Agreements (SLA's).Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred.Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.Ability to work well with others establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow company colleagues/stakeholder/staff and vendors.Not necessary, but preferred:Preferred: Minimum 10 years' of purchasing experience in electrical construction.Preferred: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification.EEO Disclosure:This company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Compensation:Phoenix, AZ: $130k - $140kPortland, OR: $135k - $145kFinal offer of compensation to successful candidates will depend on qualifications and experience.ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership401kAnnual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidaysTerm Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life InsuranceDisability Income Protection InsurancePre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)J-18808-Ljbffr Fit First Talent