Vice President - Supply Chain

Dashiell•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery. With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. The Vice President, Supply Chain is a senior executive responsible for the strategic leadership, transformation, and operational excellence of the entire procurement and supply chain function at Dashiell. This role carries direct accountability for managing over $2 billion in annual spend encompassing electrical equipment, materials, subcontractors, and strategic vendor relationships, and serves as executive sponsor for the company’s ERP procurement implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 20 years of progressive supply chain, procurement, or materials management experience, with at least 8 years in a senior executive or VP-level leadership role.
Demonstrated experience within the EPC, utility construction, power delivery, or heavy industrial sectors; high voltage substation or transmission experience strongly preferred.
Proven track record managing $500M or greater in annual spend with direct experience scaling procurement organizations to $1B+ spend environments.
Hands-on experience leading or sponsoring an ERP implementation (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent) with direct accountability for procurement modules.
Deep knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment supply markets including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, protection systems, and substation structures.
Familiarity with NERC CIP, FERC, IEEE, NEMA, IEC, and ANSI standards as applied to equipment procurement and supplier qualification; working knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Exceptional executive presence with ability to influence at C-suite level and present to board-level stakeholders; strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Proficiency in spend analytics platforms, contract management systems, and e-sourcing tools.
Valid driver’s license required; travel to project sites, supplier facilities, and regional offices estimated at 25–40%.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Preferred certifications: CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CSCP (APICS), PMP, or CPM.
High voltage substation or transmission experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and scale a high-performing procurement organization managing $2B+ in annual spend across complex, multi-site EPC portfolios; define and execute a multi-year supply chain strategy aligned with company growth objectives and the high voltage utility market.
Establish a best-in-class procurement operating model including governance frameworks, organizational structure, staffing levels, and competency development programs.
Champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement; serve as a trusted senior leadership team advisor providing supply chain insights that inform bid strategy, project execution, and enterprise risk management.
Lead all enterprise procurement activities including strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, and full supplier life cycle management.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical long-lead items including power transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, bus work, protection and control equipment, and structural steel.
Establish a preferred supplier program with tiered vendor qualification, performance scorecards, and strategic partnership agreements; negotiate MSAs, blanket purchase orders, and frame contracts optimizing total cost of ownership, delivery assurance, and warranty terms.
Oversee subcontractor procurement in coordination with project management, legal, and finance; build and maintain supplier diversity and risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply.
Serve as executive procurement sponsor for the enterprise-wide ERP implementation; direct system design, data governance, and process integration for all procurement modules (purchasing, inventory, supplier management, contract management).
Drive change management for successful user adoption and process compliance; leverage ERP and analytics platforms for real-time spend visibility, demand forecasting, and performance reporting.
Develop and manage a comprehensive KPI framework covering cost savings, cost avoidance, on-time delivery, procurement cycle time, supplier quality, and compliance; deliver measurable year-over-year cost reduction targets formalized within the first 90 days.
Drive on-time, on-budget material delivery across all active projects coordinating closely with project management teams; provide monthly and quarterly executive reporting on supply chain performance, risk exposure, and savings pipeline.
Establish and enforce supplier quality requirements including FAT, material traceability, and third-party inspection protocols aligned with IEEE, NEMA, IEC, and ANSI standards; maintain supply chain risk frameworks and import/export compliance procedures.
Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

company-paid life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
long-term disability insurance
employee assistance program
medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options)
dental and vision coverage
supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
critical illness insurance
group accident insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) plan with immediate vesting