Supervisor - Procurement

cenhud; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with substantial company match

Life and travel insurance

Tuition assistance

Wellness reimbursement program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

cenhud seeks a Procurement Supervisor to lead the Buyer team and optimize purchasing, inventory levels, and supplier management. You will drive efficiency, ensure back-up coverage for the Manager, and coordinate with finance, operations and engineering to meet operational goals.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, KPI tracking, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment requiring strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant discipline. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate's degree with 3+ years of Supply Chain Management experience.
• Equivalent of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage the Buyer team, including recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Establish and maintain consistent expectations, processes, and operating standards for Buyers.
• Serve as the primary backup to the Manager of Procurement and Stores, supporting procurement and inventory initiatives.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, operations, and storerooms to align procurement activities with organizational goals.
• Oversee the purchasing process, maintaining optimal inventory levels and engaging with Operations, Engineering, and Stores Departments.
• Monitor procurement metrics such as cost savings and supplier performance; present monthly KPI reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration and negotiate terms.
• Seek a diverse pool of vendors and contractors to support operations.
• Provide support during emergencies by procuring essential supplies.
• Represent the company in industry groups and supply chain associations.
• Manage the company's PCard program, including monthly audits and reporting.
• Develop tools to improve work processes and productivity.
• Review and approve outstanding vouchers to ensure timely payments.
• Assist with storeroom administration tasks as needed.
• Ensure procurement manuals and procedures are up-to-date.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Procurement

Associate's degree + 3+ years SCM experience

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, d ental, and v ision insurance
• 401(k) r etirement s avings p lan with substantial company match
• Life and t ravel i nsurance
• Tuition a ssistance
• Wellness r eimbursement p rogram
• Paid h olidays and v acation

What is a Procurement Supervisor?

The Procurement Supervisor leads and oversees the Buyers within the Purchasing Department, ensuring the efficient acquisition of materials and services while maintaining optimal inventory investment and service levels. Key responsibilities include managing stock inventory levels, fostering collaborative relationships, and supporting engagement across internal and external stakeholder groups, including Electric and Gas Operations, Engineering, Storerooms, and third-party suppliers.

This position provides strategic direction and guidance for procurement and inventory management activities to ensure operational requirements are met in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The Procurement Supervisor is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting supplier performance, and aligning purchasing strategies with organizational objectives to maximize value and maintain supply chain reliability.

What does a Procurement Supervisor do?

• Lead s , develop s , and manage s the Buyer team, including recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations to support employee growth and departmental success.
• Establish es and maintain s consistent expectations, processes, and operating standards for Buyers, ensuring effective inventory optimization, adherence to work schedules and workplace requirements, operational consistency, and high levels of individual and team performance.
• Serve s as the primary backup to the Manager of Procurement and Stores, supporting the execution of procurement, inventory, supplier management, and operational initiatives while ensuring business continuity and service reliability.
• Collaborate s with other departments such as finance, legal, operations, and storerooms to ensure alignment of procurement activities with the broader organizational goals and objectives .
• Oversee s the purchasing process, including maintaining optimal inventory levels and effective engagement with Operations, Engineering, and Stores Departments.
• Monitor s and track s procurement metrics, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and order fill rates. Prepare and present monthly KPI reports and dashboards to communicate procurement performance.
• Build s and maintain s strong relationships with suppliers and service providers. The Procurement Supervisor fosters positive relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration, negotiate favorable terms, and address any issues that may arise.
• Seek s a robust, diverse, and sustainable pool of vendors and contractors to support company operations.
• Provide support during emergencies or storms by preparing necessary checklists and procuring essential supplies such as lodging, meals, water, dry ice, and fuels.
• Represent s the company in the Fortis Supply Chain Group and participates in relevant industry groups and/or supply chain associations.
• Manage s the company's Corporate Credit Card (PCard) program, including conducting monthly audits and generating periodic reports.
• Develop s program and system tools to improve work processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall productivity within the department.
• Review s and approve s outstanding vouchers to ensure timely and accurate payments.
• Provide s assistance with storeroom administration tasks when required.
• Ensures that th e P urchasing manuals and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to align with changing needs, enhance efficiency, and ensure compliance.
• Supports emergency storm restoration efforts

What does it take to be a Procurement Supervisor ?

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant discipline. In lieu of a bachelor's degree , an associate's degree with 3+ years of Supply Chain Management experience. Equivalent of education and experience may be considered
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand Operation Work Plans and Engineering Specifications
• Exceptional analytical capability as well as excellent spreadsheet skills
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze complex data, make informed decisions, and solve procurement-related challenges.
• Analytical approach with excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to market conditions and budget constraints
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of diverse professionals
• Demonstrated ethical behavior and integrity in dealing with sensitive information, financial matters, and supplier r