Procurement Lead

Aston Carter; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Procurement Lead based in Denver, CO for a contract role. The position oversees procurement processes, coordinates vendor engagements, and drives bid activities to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials and services.

You will manage end-to-end procurement, issue RFB/RFP/RFQ, coordinate bid evaluation and documentation, and act as buyer expeditor to monitor POs and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in procurement and sourcing fundamentals.
• Ability to independently run an RFP/sourcing event from strategy through contracting.
• Understanding of energy/power concepts (kW vs MW).
• Experience in contract administration and varied contract structures.
• Ability to manage suppliers and contractors and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end procurement aligned with project requirements.
• Develop and issue bids (RFB/RFP/RFQ) to qualified vendors.
• Coordinate bid process, prepare documents, support evaluation and documentation.
• Act as Buyer Expeditor, monitor POs, track supplier performance, resolve delays.
• Maintain procurement and bid records within internal systems.
• Collaborate with project management, finance, and legal teams as needed.

Skills

Procurement fundamentals

Strategic sourcing

RFB/RFP/RFQ management

Vendor management

Contract administration

Bid expeditor

Power/energy space knowledge

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Autodesk Forma

Job description

Job Title: Procurement LeadJob Description

The role of Procurement Lead involves overseeing procurement processes, coordinating vendor engagements, and managing bid processes to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities in alignment with project-specific requirements.
• Develop and issue requests for bids (RFB/RFP/RFQ) to qualified vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate the bid process, including document preparation, bidder communication, evaluation support, and selection documentation.
• Act as Buyer Expeditor by monitoring purchase orders, tracking supplier performance, and resolving schedule or delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement and bid documentation within internal systems.
• Support cross-functional coordination with project management, finance, and legal teams as needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in procurement and strategic sourcing fundamentals.
• Ability to independently run an RFP/sourcing event from strategy through contracting and ongoing maintenance.
• Basic understanding of the energy/power space, including fundamental concepts such as kilowatts vs. megawatts.
• Experience in contract administration, comfortable with different contract structures.
• Ability to manage suppliers and contractors, ensuring schedules, deliverables, and issues are properly handled.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in category management.
• Procurement dashboard/reporting experience.
• Experience in construction or capital-project procurement.
• Buyer/expeditor experience.
• Exposure to generator or onsite power procurement.
• Familiarity with data center procurement.
• Experience using larger ERPs.
• Experience with EPC projects.
• Power BI expertise is a plus.
• Autodesk Forma experience on the construction side.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work environment with two days in the office and three days remote. Preferred locations include Denver, Houston, or New York.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.