Procurement Manager

Overview We are a well-established mechanical contractor with a strong regional presence and a reputation built on delivering complex, large-scale infrastructure projects. We operate a fully integrated service model spanning estimating, engineering, project management, and in-house fabrication, serving a diverse base of public and industrial clients across the country. Responsibilities The Procurement Manager will oversee sourcing and purchasing activities in support of a fast-paced, project-oriented operation. This role is responsible for ensuring that materials and external services are secured in a way that supports execution timelines, cost objectives, and overall project performance. Working closely with cross-functional partners, this individual will play a central role in aligning purchasing strategy with evolving business needs while bringing greater structure and consistency to procurement practices. Strategic Sourcing: Build and manage a high-performing supplier base across steel, pipe, fabrication components, and subcontracted services. Competitive Bidding: Lead RFQs, bid analysis, and supplier selection to ensure cost competitiveness and alignment with project requirements. Negotiation: Drive pricing, terms, and lead time negotiations to reduce cost, improve flexibility, and mitigate risk. Project Buyouts: Manage procurement for large-scale project packages, ensuring materials and subcontractors are secured early and reliably. Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner closely with planning, estimating, engineering, and project teams to align procurement with schedules and production needs. Supplier Performance: Monitor vendor quality, delivery, and responsiveness; address gaps quickly and elevate overall supplier accountability. Process Improvement: Build more disciplined, scalable procurement processes, including supplier scorecards and performance tracking. Qualifications Background: 10+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in fabrication, steel, or industrial manufacturing Technical Understanding: Ability to interpret drawings, BOMs, and project specifications within a fabrication or project-based environment Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation, bidding, and supplier management experience with a focus on cost and risk control Systems Proficiency: Experience with ERP/MRP systems and using data to drive decisions Execution Mindset: Highly organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven setting Communication: Clear and effective collaborator across operations, engineering, and external partners Benefits This is a people-first organization that invests in team development through professional training, industry engagement, and a collaborative culture. Benefits include competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses, company-contributed healthcare, a flexible PTO structure, parental leave, and dedicated time off that reflects a genuine commitment to work-life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr