Emergency Operations / Disaster Recovery Procurement Specialist

Primary Services; Houston (TX); Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the utilities sector is seeking a Disaster Recovery Procurement Specialist. This role focuses on enhancing procurement processes that ensure readiness during emergencies and disasters. The position offers hybrid work, and requires a proactive professional with solid procurement expertise.

Formación

• 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience managing supplier networks and high-value contracts.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting for sourcing decisions.

Responsabilidades

• Lead sourcing strategies for emergency response and disaster recovery.
• Manage RFP, RFI, and RFQ processes, including supplier identification.
• Collaborate with operations, legal, and emergency management teams.

Conocimientos

Communication

Project Management

Data Analysis

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field

Descripción del empleo

Emergency Operations / Disaster Recovery Procurement Specialist

Join a stable, well-established company that plays a critical role in maintaining operations during high-impact events. This role offers a hybrid work model and the opportunity to leverage procurement expertise to enhance resilience and operational excellence.

Primary Services is seeking a Disaster Recovery Procurement Specialist to support a major client in the energy and utilities sector. The position involves leading strategic sourcing initiatives that support disaster preparedness and emergency response, suitable for a mid-career professional with strong procurement skills and a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies for emergency response, disaster recovery, and infrastructure support.
• Manage RFP, RFI, and RFQ processes, including supplier identification, proposal evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Conduct spend analysis and supplier risk assessments aligned with business continuity and resilience goals.
• Build and maintain a vetted supplier network capable of rapid deployment during crises.
• Oversee contract lifecycle management, focusing on readiness clauses and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with operations, legal, and emergency management teams for timely contract execution.
• Create procurement playbooks, dashboards, and response tools for crisis scenarios.
• Establish contracts and purchase orders with competitive pricing and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with distributors and stakeholders to meet project deadlines and ensure supply availability.
• Support procurement analytics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience supporting large, matrixed organizations with 5,000+ employees.
• Knowledge of emergency procurement protocols and disaster response sourcing.
• Experience managing supplier networks and high-value contracts.
• Familiarity with operational services procurement or materials sourcing.
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting for sourcing decisions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment.

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Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Supply Chain, Project Management, Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Utilities

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