National Procurement Manager

National Procurement Manager Department: Company Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: McKinney, Texas Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 / year Description Annual Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 / year Bonus: +10% Bonus Workplace Type: Hybrid Schedule: Mon - Fri Who We Are With over fifty years of experience in the transformer services industry, Emerald Transformer is the premier solution for electrical equipment. Emerald provides a wide range of transformer services including remanufactured transformer stock , repairs , decommission , field technical services , parts , PCB disposa l and recycling . Our national network of factories and service centers are strategically located to serve our broad and diverse customer base. Emerald is committed to extending the life cycle of our customers’ equipment and protecting their capital investment. We partner with our customers to exceed their expectations by delivering valuable solutions. Emerald strives to have the lowest repair failure rate in the industry. We ensure the proper handling of any type of hazardous material in compliance with all federal and state environmental regulations. Why work at Emerald? When Emerald Transformer hires someone, we aren’t just bringing a new employee on board. We take our time to make sure we’re surrounding ourselves with those who share our core values and our devotion to quality , dependability , and environmental consciousness . We wouldn’t be where we are today without our Emerald team, and we’re thankful for each person who’s chosen to be a part of our journey as a company. We’ve surrounded ourselves with a passionate team, determined to reach that same goal. We’ve been in business for over 50 years , and every day, we’re looking for new and more innovative ways to provide better service to our customers and grow our business. Benefits Medical Insurance Options: Choice of three medical insurance programs in addition to life, vision, and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement program, and a competitive 401K match incentive and vesting timeline. Our a‑la‑carte structure allows you to pick the best package for your needs. A 2nd Chance: Here at Emerald, we believe in second chances. That is why we accept and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal and local laws. We are committed to 2nd chance hiring! Supplemental Insurance: In addition to our standard plans, we offer tele‑medicine, long‑term and short‑term disability coverage as well as legal services. Paid Weekly: All hourly team members are paid weekly! Paid Time Off: Emerald Transformer employees receive vacation and sick pay annually. Career Pathing: We are growing and promote from within. Job Summary The National Procurement Manager is responsible for leading enterprise‑wide procurement strategy and execution for Emerald Transformer, with a strong focus on contract review, supplier management, cost optimization, and purchasing consistency across multiple locations. Reporting to the CFO, this role ensures the organization secures quality goods and services at the best overall value while minimizing risk and supporting operational needs. The position is expected to understand, interpret, and clearly explain contractual terms and commercial agreements, while identifying opportunities to consolidate vendors and leverage company‑wide purchasing power. This role also partners closely with finance and operational leadership to improve procurement processes, strengthen supplier relationships, and support business growth. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead a national procurement strategy aligned with company financial and operational objectives. Review contracts, vendor agreements, and purchasing terms to ensure commercial reasonableness, compliance, and alignment with company expectations. Understand, interpret, and explain contract terms, conditions, obligations, pricing structures, and risk implications to internal stakeholders. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, service levels, renewals, and other key commercial terms with suppliers and service providers. Identify, evaluate, and implement vendor consolidation opportunities across multiple company locations to improve pricing, standardize purchasing, and increase efficiency. Analyze company spend across locations, categories, and suppliers to identify savings opportunities, reduce duplication, and improve purchasing leverage. Establish and maintain preferred supplier programs and sourcing standards to support consistency, quality, and cost control. Partner with operations, finance, and site leadership to understand purchasing requirements and ensure timely availability of goods and services. Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and contract compliance, and address performance issues as needed. Support the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, controls, and best practices. Ensure purchasing activities comply with internal approval processes, budget expectations, and contractual commitments. Lead bid processes, request‑for‑proposal activities, supplier evaluations, and contract recommendation decisions for key spend categories. Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor files, contract documentation, and reporting to support transparency and audit readiness. Evaluate supply risks, market conditions, and vendor dependencies and develop mitigation strategies where appropriate. Provide regular reporting and recommendations to the CFO regarding procurement performance, savings opportunities, contract exposure, and supplier strategy. Drive continuous improvement in procurement systems, workflows, and cross‑functional collaboration. Minimum Requirements Education/Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, or a related field required. Relevant professional certification such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or equivalent preferred. Experience Minimum of 7 years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain experience required. Minimum of 3 years of experience reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts and supplier agreements required. Experience managing multi‑site or national procurement activities required. Experience leading vendor consolidation, cost‑reduction initiatives, and cross‑functional sourcing projects preferred. Experience supporting finance leadership or working in close partnership with accounting, operations, and executive leadership preferred. Knowledge Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of procurement principles, strategic sourcing practices, supplier management, and contract administration. Strong ability to review, interpret, and explain business contracts, terms and conditions, pricing schedules, and service agreements. Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively and achieve favorable commercial outcomes. Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate spend data, pricing structures, and cost‑saving opportunities. Ability to identify opportunities to standardize purchasing and consolidate vendors across geographically dispersed locations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with executives, operational leaders, and vendors. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated independent decision‑making and problem‑solving ability. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with ERP, procurement, contract management, or spend analysis systems preferred. Strong business judgment, professionalism, and ability to handle sensitive commercial information confidentially. Equal Opportunity Employer Emerald Transformer is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability (including pregnancy), uniform service, veteran status, marital status, medical condition including genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emerald Transformer