We are looking for a Procurement/Sourcing Specialist who can operate as a technical expert in the supply chain. You will be responsible for translating engineered drawings and Project Bills of Materials (BOMs) into actionable procurement strategies. This is a high-autonomy role requiring deep experience in the oil field, power distribution, and heavy industrial sectors. You must be able to negotiate high-stakes Special Pricing Agreements (SPAs) and pivot instantly as project priorities shift.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Sourcing: Analyze engineered drawings, spec sheets, and one-lines to accurately source materials for complex electrical projects. Background that's heavy in industrial electric a must.
Strategic Buying: Execute a mix of Direct Buys, Contract Buys, and the establishment of long-term Special Pricing Agreements (SPAs).
BOM Management: Take full ownership of the Project Bill of Materials, ensuring all components—from bulk commodities to long-lead specialized gear—are secured.
High-Stakes Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to protect project margins and ensure timeline compliance.
Rapid Response: Manage procurement for multiple simultaneous projects; must be able to pivot focus immediately to address emergencies or sudden site requirements without losing momentum.
Vendor Relations: Maintain and leverage a network of suppliers capable of servicing the oil & gas, and power distribution industries.
Aggressive Expediting: Proactively track orders and maintain constant communication with vendors. Expediting is a core requirement—you must ensure lead times are met and take immediate corrective action when delivery schedules slip.
Logistics Oversight (Bonus Skill): Apply knowledge of supply chain and logistics to optimize the movement of parts to various sites, including remote industrial locations and utilities.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience: 5+ years of dedicated Procurement experience specifically within electrical contracting for industrial/commercial sectors (Oil Field, Power Line, Waste Water, or Power Distribution).
Technical Literacy: You must be able to read and interpret:
Engineered Drawings
Technical Spec Sheets
One-Line Diagrams
Contractual Expertise: Proven track record in negotiating SPAs and complex supply contracts.
Operational Style: Self-motivated and capable of operating with minimal direction. You are expected to "own" your desk and drive results independently.
Adaptability: A proven ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment where project priorities change without notice.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Engineering Drawingunmatched
Literacyunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Oil and Gasunmatched
Petroleumunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Procurement Managementunmatched
Procurement Strategyunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
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