Strategic Substation Procurement Director

SunEnergy1; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SunEnergy1 seeks a Director of Procurement with substations/T&D experience to lead strategic sourcing for utility-scale electrical projects. You will oversee procurement strategy for high-value substation equipment and materials while ensuring cost, quality, schedule, and contract compliance.

The role requires 8+ years of procurement experience in substation/T&D, deep knowledge of equipment manufacturers, and strong negotiation and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of procurement experience in substation/T&D projects.
• Deep 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.

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.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Job description

SunEnergy1 seeks a Director of Procurement with substations/T&D experience to lead strategic sourcing for utility-scale electrical projects. You will oversee procurement strategy for high-value substation equipment and materials while ensuring cost, quality, schedule, and contract compliance.

The role requires 8+ years of procurement experience in substation/T&D, deep knowledge of equipment manufacturers, and strong negotiation and leadership skills.