Director of Procurement

Position Summary

We are seeking a Director of Procurement with strong substation procurement experience to lead strategic sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for major utility-scale electrical, T&D and PV projects. This role will oversee procurement strategy for high-value substation equipment and materials while ensuring cost, quality, schedule, and contract requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

Lead procurement strategy for substation and T&D equipment, materials, and services.

Manage sourcing and supplier relationships for transformers, switchgear, breakers, relays, steel, bus, protection & control, and related equipment.

Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and supplier agreements.

Develop and maintain a qualified supplier network and identify new strategic vendors.

Partner closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, and Finance.

Manage procurement schedules, long-lead equipment, expediting, and supplier performance.

Establish procurement processes, controls, and KPIs.

Qualifications

8+ years of procurement experience, with significant experience supporting substation/T&D projects.

Strong knowledge of substation equipment, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry standards.

Experience negotiating major equipment and material contracts.

Proven ability to manage complex, long-lead procurement activities.

Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Utility-scale EPC, electrical construction, or renewable energy experience strongly preferred.