System Procurement Manager

Kanadevia Inova•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The System Procurement Manager is responsible for project procurement activities through handover to the Warranty Department, including purchase order closeout and settlement of final invoices and claims. The role secures final account agreements with suppliers and subcontractors, monitors procurement performance throughout the project, and coordinates with Expeditors and Supplier Quality Managers to support on-time delivery and quality in line with project schedules. The position provides operational leadership for procurement activities, supports Project Procurement Managers, and represents Supply Chain Management on project teams as required. It resolves or escalates procurement claims, improves the efficiency of operational procurement, contributes to procedures and process improvements, and collaborates with cross-functional peers. The manager also identifies potential suppliers, conducts vendor interviews, negotiates supplier agreements, and manages supplier and vendor contracts. The role supports departmental objectives and complies with relevant Health, Safety and Environment requirements.

Requirements

More than 5 years of experience in the energy, chemical, or a related industry.
Procurement experience with suppliers for systems and components.
Procurement experience in international and technical environments.
Experience in project management for large-, medium-, or small-sized projects.
Ability to motivate peers and lead by example.
Self-motivated and capable of leading multifunctional teams.
Ability to communicate with all levels.
Ability to promote internal and external collaboration.
Experience using standard methods to identify complex problems and ensure suitable solutions are implemented.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement activities until project handover to the Warranty Department, including purchase order closeout and settlement of final invoices and claims.
Achieve final account agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
Monitor procurement performance over the project lifespan, including savings, overruns, and claims.
Coordinate with Expeditors and Supplier Quality Managers to achieve on-time delivery and quality in line with the project schedule.
Provide operational leadership for procurement activities and support Project Procurement Managers.
Represent Supply Chain Management within project teams as required.
Resolve or escalate procurement claims.
Drive the effectiveness and efficiency of operational procurement tasks.
Participate in developing procedures and process improvements within Supply Chain Management.
Communicate with cross-functional peers regarding project procurement activities.
Ensure adherence to company processes and procedures.
Support the department in achieving its objectives.
Identify potential supplier sources, interview potential vendors, negotiate supplier agreements, and manage supplier and vendor contracts.
Perform other duties as reasonably requested.
Understand, implement, and comply with Health, Safety and Environment requirements relevant to the role.