Procurement Specialist - Labor

Energy Management Collaborative (EMC) delivers turnkey energy efficiency solutions for leading Fortune 500 companies across North America. Established in 2003, EMC uses its proven EnergyMAXX® project management approach to implement thousands of energy projects annually, including advanced lighting, IoT solutions, EV infrastructure, and building controls. These solutions have helped clients save billions of kilowatt-hours of energy while supporting their net‑zero emissions goals. EMC is dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and delivering superior energy management outcomes for its clients. Role Description The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the development of vetting, negotiating, selecting and assigning 3rd party labor partners to EMC projects. The goal of this position is to provide both internal and external customers with the best quality pricing and timely installation of projects while minimizing EMC costs. Qualifications Proficiency in processing purchase orders and managing the procurement lifecycle Experience with supplier evaluation and building strong vendor relationships Strong skills in contract negotiation and vendor agreements Excellent analytical skills to assess data, trends, and procurement strategies In‑depth understanding of procurement processes and best practices Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks Relevant certifications in procurement or supply chain management are a plus Experience in energy efficiency or construction‑related industries is highly desirable Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred Skills and Abilities Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Expertise in presenting and communicating with labor partners. Strong problem‑solving, financial management and analytical skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel used for tracking and analysis. Ability to take direction from multiple people, prioritize work and meet deadlines with limited supervision. Able to work well in a team environment as well as individually. Detail‑orientated, high degree of accuracy and ability to multi‑task. Education Four‑year degree preferred in Business or related degree. Experience Required Labor Partner procurement and negotiations. Experience Preferred / Other Qualifications Labor partner (lighting installs, industrial, commercial, retail, others) management, sourcing, negotiating, and licensing experience. 3+ years technical experience to include knowledge on electrical, compliance, and licensing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Energy Management Collaborative (EMC)