Procurement Manager - T&D/Energy/Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401k Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider in Overland Park, KS, seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships. You will play a crucial role in large infrastructure projects, requiring a strong T&D industry background and leadership experience. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a chance to drive innovation in energy projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) industry.
• 2+ years of people management experience.
• Strong electrical background is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Procurement and Expeditor team members.
• Support business development and estimating teams by creating innovative material supply strategies.
• Lead material bid processes and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Self-starter

Excellent communication skills

Strong customer service skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Are you a results-driven leader with deep expertise in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Substation industries? As a Procurement Manager, you’ll be at the heart of major infrastructure projects, overseeing people and procurement strategies that fuel innovation and efficiency.

In this role, you will shape supplier relationships, drive competitive bid processes with integrity, and ensure the seamless procurement of critical materials. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams—business development, estimating, and engineering—to craft winning material supply strategies that set projects up for success.

With a strong electrical background and leadership experience, you will guide procurement and expediting teams, optimize contract negotiations, track commodity markets, and maintain global vendor partnerships. Your analytical expertise will be invaluable in forecasting, budgeting, and evaluating purchasing behavior to enhance project performance.

Key Qualifications & Responsibilities

• 8+ years of industry experience
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Industry experience in T&D/Energy/Substation —candidates with procurement experience solely in oil/gas will not be considered
• Strong electrical background is essential
• Open to individuals with demonstrated Project Management experience in the electric power industry.
  
  

Duties:

• Manage and oversee Procurement and Expeditor team members
• Support business development and estimating teams by creating innovative material supply strategies for large infrastructure projects
• Lead material bid processes by soliciting pricing from a global supplier network
• Negotiate contracts with successful material supply bids
• Track commodity markets to identify and mitigate material risks
• Establish and maintain strategic vendor relationships worldwide
• Monitor project success by tracking forecasted, budgeted, and actual material pricing
• Expedite material deliveries by managing manufacturing, shipment, and receipt status
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) industry
• Proven knowledge in construction contract administration, EPC procurement, and business law
• Experience with supplier and subcontractor prequalification, Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, contract generation, vendor submittal management, and expediting oversight on EPC T&D projects
  
  

Preferred Experience & Education:

• Experience managing a procurement team
• Prior experience collaborating with engineering teams and contractors on material specifications and bill of materials reviews
• Strong industry relationships with vendors and subcontractors
  
  

Skills:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while supporting a team
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive-level management
• Strong customer service and time management skills
  
  

Travel Requirements:

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: Up to 25% to regional or client offices.
  
  

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (employer-paid)
• Group Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (employer-paid)
• Prescription Drug Program
• 401k Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, General Business, and Education

• Industries

  Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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