Senior Project Procurement Specialist

Cynet Systems•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Lead end-to-end tender and project procurement for large-scale EPC programs, from pre-bid strategy through execution and closeout. Own the Tender Sourcing Plan (TSP) and Project Procurement Plan (PPP), drive On-Time Delivery (OTD) for long-lead and critical-path equipment, and ensure cost, schedule, quality, and compliance targets are met. Work in a high-volume, fast-paced, multicultural environment and partner across functions and global category teams to deliver reliable and sustainable power infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field; 8+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 5 years of supply chain or procurement experience in project environments such as EPC, grid automation, utilities, industrial, or similar businesses.
Proven track record managing large-scale procurement plans.
Demonstrated success driving critical-path OTD of at least 95% through rigorous expediting and recovery planning.
Hands-on exposure to supplier quality processes, including ITPs, FAT/SAT, and NCR/SNCRP.
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project, and analytics tools such as Power BI or Excel.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to travel as required.
Ability to work effectively with limited information and ambiguity; strong organization, prioritization, data management, communication, influence, escalation, stakeholder alignment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ownership, urgency, flexibility, creativity, and a team-oriented, results-focused approach in a high-volume, fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Nice To Haves

PMP, CPSM, CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
Experience with global logistics, customs compliance, and supplier development.
Familiarity with equipment specific to relevant technology, solutions, services, and market offerings.

Responsibilities

Embed Supply Chain into tender strategy by developing sourcing approaches, preliminary supplier lists, and should-cost estimates aligned with the bid schedule and risk profile.
Issue compliant RFIs and RFQs in accordance with the sourcing strategy and perform techno-commercial evaluations with Engineering and Sales.
Provide pricing, lead-time, logistics, inspection, and risk inputs to proposals; document supplier assumptions, alternatives, and value-engineering options.
Ensure tender compliance with corporate SCM policies, category strategies, and delegation of authority.
Build and own the Tender Sourcing Plan (TSP) and Project Procurement Plan (PPP).
Develop the procurement schedule with the Master Scheduler using Primavera P6, linking engineering deliverables to purchase-order placement, manufacturing milestones, FAT/SAT activities, and shipping windows.
Anticipate, mitigate, and communicate delivery risks related to supply, capacity, geopolitical conditions, logistics, and quality; define triggers, mitigations, and recovery paths.
Support Category Management with RFQs, supplier follow-up, communications, and negotiations for project-specific materials and services, including price, liquidated damages, warranties, Incoterms, payment milestones, performance guarantees, documentation, and ITP requirements.
Support supplier relationship management with regional, North America, and global teams, aligned with framework agreements and sustainability goals.
Implement tiered expediting plans for critical packages; conduct shop visits and status reviews; validate capacity, materials, and sub-tier performance.
Track drawing approvals, material release, fabrication, coatings, assembly, testing, packing, and ship-readiness milestones; drive recovery plans for slippages through split shipments, alternate routings, and parallel documentation.
Support the Transportation, Trade & Logistics manager with bookings, customs, and site-delivery sequencing; publish weekly look-ahead and OTD dashboards.
Coordinate with Quality on ITPs, witness and hold points, FAT, SAT, and NCR/SNCRP closure; ensure compliance with applicable standards such as ISO 9001 and relevant ASME, ASTM, API, or EN standards.
Manage drawing submittals, approvals, and other required deliverables to prevent documentation delays.
Serve as the primary SCM interface to Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Site teams, communicating relevant project information to the broader SCM and Transportation, Trade & Logistics teams.
Understand commercial requirements and communicate associated risks to Category Management and Transportation, Trade & Logistics teams.
Publish weekly procurement dashboards covering OTD, progress against the baseline S-curve, expediting priorities, and risk heatmaps.
Drive continuous improvement through supplier quality, corrective actions, and KPI reviews.