Supervisor- Procurement

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. is hiring a Procurement Supervisor in Wisconsin. The successful candidate will oversee procurement activities, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage supplier performance. Requirements include 8+ years of experience, a high school diploma, and strong knowledge of SAP and procurement processes. The role involves strategic sourcing and supervising procurement staff, working in a mostly normal office environment with occasional travel. Join a committed team focused on safety and superior service.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of purchasing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the gas compression industry.
• Ability to handle confidential matters professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supervise buyers and procurement staff.
• Manage supplier negotiations and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Buying experience

SAP knowledge

Supply chain management

Negotiation techniques

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tech Degree or CSM

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

SAPMM

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission‑critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations‑centric, technology‑driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to our customers.

Summary

USAC is seeking a highly motivated and result‑driven Procurement Supervisor to lead and oversee the procurement of goods, equipment, and materials critical to organizational and project requirements. This role supervises buying activities, provides strategic sourcing direction, ensures compliance with USAC procurement policies, and serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, suppliers, and management. The Procurement Supervisor is accountable for supplier performance, cost control, timely delivery, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and performance oversight of Buyers and procurement staff.
• Assign workloads, set priorities, monitor deadlines, and ensure alignment with project and organizational objectives.
• Train, mentor, and develop employees on procurement best practices, SAP usage, compliance requirements, and negotiation techniques.

Procurement & Material Management Oversight

• Oversee evaluation of material requisitions from internal clients and ensure sourcing from inventory, surplus, or external vendors in accordance with specifications, business ethics, and procurement guidelines.
• Ensure accurate issuance, tracking, and expediting of purchase orders.
• Lead supplier negotiations and/or contracts for materials within delegated authority.
• Ensure fair, competitive, and impartial bidding processes.
• Manage total cost of ownership including pricing, warranties, payment terms, and cancellation charges.
• Oversee supplier performance and corrective action plans for late delivery, non‑conforming materials, or parts failures.

Coordination & Systems Management

• Oversee monitoring of open requisitions and purchase orders in SAP, ensuring data accuracy and timely status reporting.
• Ensure procurement activities support project schedules and logistical requirements.
• Collaborate with operations and other Supply Chain teams to align procurement plans with business needs.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Ensure procurement activities adhere to corporate policies, ethical standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Handle complex, sensitive, and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide management with reports, metrics, and insights related to procurement performance.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• 8+ years of buying, pricing and expediting experience within a purchasing division
• High School Diploma, Tech Degree, CSM, associate’s degree, or additional equivalent experience is preferred
• Strong working knowledge of gas compression industry, specifications, procurement, and supply chain management
• Understanding of SAP Fiori navigation and functionality
• Working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing and sources of supply
• Able to handle complex and highly confidential matters in a mature, professional manner
• Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Web based programs
• Familiar with SAPMM

Working Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

USA Compression is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Contact

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.