Fleet Procurement Supervisor

Southern Company•Forest Park, GA

About The Position

The Fleet Procurement Supervisor at Georgia Power Company and Southern Company Gas provides leadership and direction for all vehicle and equipment procurement activities within the Fleet Support & Technical Services organization. This position oversees the full lifecycle of fleet acquisitions — from specification and design through sourcing, contracting, and delivery — ensuring compliance with company policies, budgetary goals, and operational requirements. The Supervisor manages a multidisciplinary team consisting of a Principal Engineer, two Specification & Design Specialists, two Fleet Procurement Specialists, and one Engineer. The role’s primary internal customers include Gas Field Operations, Power Delivery, Transmission, and Generation, and the supervisor works closely with the Fleet Field Specialist Liaison to ensure operational needs and field feedback are integrated into fleet design and procurement decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
7–10 years of experience in fleet management, procurement, or engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role preferred.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
In-depth understanding of vehicle and equipment procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., EAM, Maximo, Oracle) and fleet management tools.
Strong analytical and budgeting skills with attention to cost control and value optimization.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Commitment to safety, integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the utility, energy, or heavy-equipment industry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineering and procurement professionals responsible for vehicle design, specification, and sourcing activities.
Oversee workflow and priorities between engineering, design, and procurement to ensure alignment with Gas Field Operations, Power Delivery, Transmission, and Generation operational needs.
Provide guidance and coaching to staff, fostering professional development and continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and service excellence across the Fleet Support & Technical Services team.
Partner closely with the Fleet Field Specialist Liaison to maintain open communication with regional field operations and ensure fleet specifications meet real-world needs.
Direct all procurement activities for vehicles, equipment, and related assets, ensuring compliance with company policies, supplier diversity goals, and regulatory standards.
Manage vendor relationships, lead negotiations, and evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and value.
Oversee sourcing, bid evaluation, and contracting for new vehicle acquisitions and replacements.
Track procurement timelines, budgets, and capital projects to ensure timely delivery and deployment of assets.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders including Finance, Supply Chain, and Legal to support efficient and compliant procurement execution.
Collaborate with the Principal Engineer and Specification & Design Specialists to develop detailed, technically sound equipment specifications that align with operational, safety, and sustainability standards.
Ensure engineering and design deliverables are completed on schedule to support fleet planning and replacement programs.
Support the evaluation and adoption of new vehicle technologies, including electric and hybrid systems, telematics, and alternative fuels.
Drive consistency and standardization in fleet specifications to improve lifecycle performance and maintenance efficiency.
Develop and manage annual capital and operating budgets for fleet procurement activities.
Provide reporting and forecasting to senior leadership on sourcing strategies, spending trends, and cost performance.
Identify and implement process improvements to streamline procurement operations and enhance supplier performance.
Align fleet procurement strategies with Georgia Power’s sustainability and modernization initiatives.
Serve as the primary liaison between Fleet Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Safety, and Operations organizations.
Collaborate regularly with the Fleet Field Specialist Liaison and field management to incorporate operational feedback into specifications and procurement planning.
Partner with Power Delivery, Transmission, and Generation to ensure fleet investments directly support reliability, safety, and productivity objectives.
Represent the fleet organization in internal meetings, audits, and external vendor engagements.
Support compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company fleet safety regulations and guidelines.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure consistent application of safety practices in all fleet-related activities.
Participate in investigations and reviews related to vehicle incidents or performance issues.
Champion continuous improvement by identifying trends, sharing best practices, and recommending process enhancements.