Strategic Procurement Lead – Electrical Construction

Socket.dev; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Force Electric is seeking a Procurement Manager in Oklahoma City to lead sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management for field operations across projects. You will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials and services for electrical construction and utility work.

You will collaborate with Operations, Project Management, Warehouse, and Accounting to optimize supply chains, control costs, and manage supplier relationships supporting a field-heavy workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience in utilities/electrical/heavy construction preferred.
• Proven experience negotiating supplier contracts and managing bid processes.
• Proficiency with procurement/ERP software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for materials, tools, equipment, and services for electrical construction and utility projects.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable terms and reliable delivery schedules.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, requisitions, and blanket agreements; track orders and resolve delays.
• Manage inventory levels across warehouse and job sites to minimize stockouts and carrying costs.
• Prepare and administer bid/RFP/RFQ processes and evaluate proposals for awards.
• Monitor market trends and supply chain risks; communicate risks to leadership.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and maintain records.
• Support project bidding by providing current pricing and lead times.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor Management

Negotiation

ERP Software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Force Electric is seeking a Procurement Manager in Oklahoma City to lead sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management for field operations across projects. You will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials and services for electrical construction and utility work.

You will collaborate with Operations, Project Management, Warehouse, and Accounting to optimize supply chains, control costs, and manage supplier relationships supporting a field-heavy workforce.