Director of Procurement

SunEnergy1LLC • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Procurement with strong substation procurement experience to lead strategic sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for major utility-scale electrical, T&D and PV projects. This role will oversee procurement strategy for high-value substation equipment and materials while ensuring cost, quality, schedule, and contract requirements are met.

Requirements

• 8+ years of procurement experience, with significant experience supporting substation/T&D projects.
• Strong 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.

Nice To Haves

• Utility-scale EPC, electrical construction, or renewable energy experience strongly preferred.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed