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EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure serves the world’s largest cloud and internet companies with both ready-for-occupancy and build-to-suit data center campuses that are designed for density. Privately held and backed by committed equity to fund an aggregate amount of over USD $16.5 billion in development, EdgeCore enables hyperscale customer requirements by proactively investing in regions that provide the land and power necessary to support and scale AI and cloud technology. While working thoughtfully with the communities in which we do business, our data center campuses are built at scale to meet key performance specifications, safety metrics and sustainability objectives. EdgeCore has data center campuses in six North American markets with plans to expand into new regions in 2026 and beyond. For more information, please visit .

Career Opportunity

EdgeCore is seeking a motivated Procurement Analyst to join its high-performing and growing Procurement team. This position will report directly to the Director of Procurement and will perform procurement and sourcing analysis, tactical buying, contract management and supplier management across the company. This individual will act as the procurement right hand for EdgeCore’s Design & Construction team.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute EdgeCore’s procurement strategy, including system and process optimization, sourcing, purchasing, and contract management
• Oversee tactical procurement activities, partnering with multiple business unit owners on RFP creation, vendor selection, contract negotiation, order implementation including delivery/ service tracking and overall supplier management
• Prioritize and balance stakeholder needs and client delivery timelines while also adhering to procurement processes
• Manage purchase requisitions and triage to the appropriate sourcing process based on spend and project complexity
• Drive supplier performance management initiatives, including coordinating regular supplier evaluations and Quarterly Business Reviews for key suppliers
• Conduct spend analysis to identify cost reduction and supplier efficiency opportunities
• Support procurement policy development and drive consistent adoption and execution
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with EdgeCore’s culture of integrity, quality, consistency, and corporate confidentiality
• Security is a shared responsibility. All employees are required to comply with company security policies and procedures and to help protect company information, systems, and assets in the course of their daily work.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Construction, Engineering or a similar field is preferred, but not required
• 1 - 3 years of experience in procurement, contract management, or similar professional experience. Experience in data centers, real estate, construction, architecture, site operations or facilities will also be an advantage.
• Strong understanding or willingness to learn sourcing activities from site development through construction turnover including but not limited to designers, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Experience working in E-Builder and/or Coupa is advantageous but not required.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information in a compelling and concise format.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure setting.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, discretion, confidentiality, and good judgement in handling sensitive and confidential matters and documentation.
• Detail oriented strategic thinker.
• A team player with a strong and natural affinity for learning.
• Self-starter with high- initiative, accountability, and motivation.

What We Offer

• Onsite position based in Denver, CO, with free parking
• Full-time salaried, exempt role: Includes equity compensation and a performance-based annual bonus.
• Annual base salary range: $70,000 - $90,000, depending on experience and location.
• In-office expectations: This role requires in-office presence four days per week.
• Travel: 10%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Includes a $0-premium medical plan option (employee only option).
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Spending Account: Health & Dependent Care FSA, Limited-Purpose FSA, and an HSA with a company contribution.
• Paid time off: 120 hours of annual paid time off, 11 paid holidays, 7 sick days, and 8 hours of volunteer time annually.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company contribution.
• Life and disability insurance: Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Parental leave: Paid parental leave for eligible new parents, available after meeting service requirements.
• Employee assistance program (EAP): Confidential support services for employees and their families, including counseling, financial guidance, and legal resources.
• Educational assistance: Company-sponsored educational reimbursement for approved courses and certifications.
• Employee support & discounts: Access to company-sponsored discount programs and employee well-being resources.

EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure serves the world’s largest cloud and internet companies with both ready-for-occupancy and build-to-suit data center campuses that are designed for density. Privately held and backed by committed equity to fund an aggregate amount of over USD $16.5 billion in development, EdgeCore enables hyperscale customer requirements by proactively investing in regions that provide the land and power necessary to support and scale AI and cloud technology. While working thoughtfully with the communities in which we do business, our data center campuses are built at scale to meet key performance specifications, safety metrics and sustainability objectives. EdgeCore has data center campuses in six North American markets with plans to expand into new regions in 2026 and beyond. For more information, please visit .

This position is open to candidates located in or willing to work from the Sterling, VA or Denver, CO areas.

Career Opportunity

EdgeCore is seeking an experienced Procurement Associate to join its high-performing and growing Procurement team. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Procurement and will perform procurement and sourcing analysis, tactical buying, contract management and supplier management across the company. This individual will act as the procurement right hand for EdgeCore’s Design & Construction team.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute EdgeCore’s procurement strategy, including system and process optimization, sourcing, purchasing, and contract management
• Oversee tactical procurement activities, partnering with multiple business unit owners on RFP creation, vendor selection, contract negotiation, order implementation including delivery/ service tracking and overall supplier management
• Prioritize and balance stakeholder needs and client delivery timelines while also adhering to procurement processes
• Manage purchase requisitions and triage to the appropriate sourcing process based on spend and project complexity
• Drive supplier performance management initiatives, including coordinating regular supplier evaluations and Quarterly Business Reviews for key suppliers
• Conduct spend analysis to identify cost reduction and supplier efficiency opportunities
• Support procurement policy development and drive consistent adoption and execution
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with EdgeCore’s culture of integrity, quality, consistency, and corporate confidentiality
• Security is a shared responsibility. All employees are required to comply with company security policies and procedures and to help protect company information, systems, and assets in the course of their daily work.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Construction, Engineering or a similar field is preferred, but not required
• 3 - 5 years of experience in procurement, contract management, or similar professional experience. Experience in data centers, real estate, construction, architecture, site operations or facilities will also be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of sourcing activities from site development through construction turnover including but not limited to designers, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Experience working in E-Builder and/or Coupa is advantageous but not required.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information in a compelling and concise format.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure setting.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, discretion, confidentiality, and good judgement in handling sensitive and confidential matters and documentation.
• Detail oriented strategic thinker.
• A team player with a strong and natural affinity for learning.
• Self-starter with high- initiative, accountability, and motivation.

What We Offer

• Onsite position based in either Sterling, VA or Denver, CO with free parking.
• Full-time salaried, exempt role: Includes equity compensation and a performance-based annual bonus.
• Annual base salary range: $85,000 - $112,000, depending on experience and location.
• In-office expectations: This role requires in-office presence four days per week.
• Travel: 10%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Includes a $0-premium medical plan option (employee only option).
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Spending Account: Health & Dependent Care FSA, Limited-Purpose FSA, and an HSA with a company contribution.
• Paid time off: 120 hours of annual paid time off, 11 paid holidays, 7 sick days, and 8 hours of volunteer time annually.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company contribution.
• Life and disability insurance: Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Parental leave: Paid parental leave for eligible new parents, available after meeting service requirements.
• Employee assistance program (EAP): Confidential support services for employees and their families, including counseling, financial guidance, and legal resources.
• Educational assistance: Company-sponsored educational reimbursement for approved courses and certifications.
• Employee support & discounts: Access to company-sponsored discount programs and employee well-being resources.

Procurement Coordinator – Renewable Energy (Charlotte NC 4 days in office, 1 WFH)

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive Procurement Coordinator to support purchasing and supply‑chain activities for renewable energy projects across the U.S. You’ll help source critical equipment, manage supplier communications, and coordinate logistics for large‑scale solar and energy storage (BESS) developments.

This is a key position for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, international environment where collaboration and precision matter. You’ll work closely with engineering, construction, project management, and finance teams to ensure that each project runs smoothly from procurement to commissioning.

Industry Focus: Renewable Energy | EPC | Solar & Battery Storage

This is a full time (40 hours per week) contract role for an initial 12 months with view to extending

What You’ll Do

• Support the creation and rollout of procurement strategies for solar and BESS projects nationwide.
• Manage end‑to‑end supplier communication — preparing RFQs, reviewing bids, comparing proposals (technical and commercial), and contributing to vendor selection.
• Coordinate sourcing, purchasing, and logistics for essential project materials and equipment.
• Track vendor performance, pricing, and delivery timelines, ensuring contract compliance.
• Assist with contract drafting, review, and negotiation, following internal procurement standards.
• Handle import/export documentation, tariffs, and international shipping coordination where required.
• Maintain organized procurement records within the company’s ERP system and ensure all data is accurate and current.
• Provide supply‑chain updates and recommendations to support project scheduling and resource planning.
• Collaborate daily with colleagues in engineering, construction, and project operations to align procurement timing with project milestones.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply‑chain coordination.
• Background supporting EPC, renewable energy, construction, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with solar PV and battery storage equipment (modules, inverters, BESS).
• Knowledge of RFQ processes, bid evaluation, and contract compliance.
• Understanding of import/export procedures, tariffs, and international logistics.
• Experience working with ERP and procurement software (Business Central or similar).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related Office tools.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Fluent or near‑native English; Spanish proficiency a strong plus.

Preferred:

• Experience in U.S. renewable energy procurement or EPC project environments.
• Exposure to international supplier networks and global equipment sourcing.
• Familiarity with digital contract workflows and electronic signature tools.

Why Apply

• Be part of a rapidly growing, internationally active renewable energy company.
• Work on utility‑scale solar and energy storage projects that impact the clean energy transition.
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Join a collaborative, safety‑focused environment where initiative is valued.
• Contribute directly to building a more sustainable energy future.

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.

Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.

We are seeking a Indirect Procurement Senior Manager for our First Quality Products Company located in McElhattan, PA. This position may be based out of our Central PA site (McElhattan, PA & Lewistown, PA) or Macon, GA.

This position will be responsible for leading the indirect procurement department covering all FQ Absorbent Hygiene companies (AbHy). The individual in this role will manage strategic sourcing initiatives, approve spend in certain categories, work closely with other functional department team members to standardize and streamline spend, lead negotiations with vendors, and collaborate across AbHy plants to ensure consistency of processes and purchases to leverage spend and deliver the best overall value for FQ. Must have the ability to travel roughly 30% of time to AbHy locations.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Direct/coordinate the procurement of indirect materials, supplies, spare parts, and services (MRO) needed to support operations for all AbHy plants by promoting collaboration across AbHy indirect buyers and functional departments to find synergies and negotiate aggregated volumes to achieve commercial benefits
• Represent FQ by developing strategic relationships with key suppliers. This includes sourcing and negotiating strategies along with leading the internal process and obtaining alignment with cross functional stakeholders
• Design and implement policies and procedures for the indirect procurement department that are consistent with the overall FQ purchasing policies.
• Identify and track cost savings initiatives including dollar savings and process improvements within the indirect procurement department and with functional departments to support FQ’s Funding the Growth (FTG) efforts
• Lead and manage a team of indirect buyers across multiple locations, providing training, supervision, direction, and guidance.
• Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics covering procurement activities including but not limited to buyer activity levels, categorized spend, requisition activity, and internal order placement performance.
• Approve requisitions across multiple plants in specific categories of spend to ensure the requisitioned item or service is accurate in need and scope, interface heavily with the requisitioning department to resolve questions and thoroughly vet the spend, and provide analytics to support the spend with documented notes and summaries to leadership, and.
• Participate in the development of cost-effective parts, equipment, and substitute equipment while maintaining quality and safety.
• Build and maintain strong relationships within the procurement department and other functional departments, finance, and plant leadership to ensure alignment of goals and objectives and cost savings initiatives.
• Research and identify vendors of spare parts, supplies, services, and other goods to assess for potential inclusion in competitive bidding to continually strengthen the FQ vendor selection options.
• Create or assist in creating procurement documentation such as requisition summaries to support spend, executive summaries, RFI’s, RFP’s and RFQ’s, and other spend and sourcing analytical reports.
• Build and develop our digital roadmap to drive automation, efficiency, insights, and cost effectiveness
• Position will require 30% travel.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management / supply chain or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing operations, with negotiating, cost analysis, and supply chain or procurement experience preferred.
• Strong and effective communicator, both oral and written, who can articulate and clearly convey information with good interpersonal and leadership skills while interfacing with all levels of FQ’s organization structure.
• Experience in supervising and leading a team of employees is ideal.
• Demonstrated experience with business relationship development and excellent customer service.
• Proven analytical, problem-solving and process optimization abilities while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a solid team player with ability to lead a team successfully with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of procurement functions and ERP systems, SAP and Hexagon EAM, strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with heavy emphasis on advanced Excel skills.

What We Offer You

We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (three-week minimum)
• Medical, dental and vision starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
• Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
• ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

For immediate consideration, please go to the Careers section at to complete our online application.

Strategic Procurement Lead - Financial Services - Boston, MA

We are currently seeking a Strategic Procurement Lead for a top-tier financial services firm south of Boston, MA. This role reports directly to the Global Head of Professional Services Procurement and is responsible for managing the full sourcing and contract negotiation process across Professional Services, as well as leading the execution of Category Strategy plans. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in professional services sourcing and contract negotiations.

This is a 6-month contract position that will pay $70-74/hr (depending on experience) within a 40-hour work week. 

Responsibilities:

Sourcing Leadership

• Manage the end-to-end sourcing process, from RFP through contract execution, including negotiations and contract reviews.

• Lead large, complex agreements, ensuring alignment on commercial terms, deliverables, and legal considerations.

• Coordinate input from Legal, Security, Privacy, and other SMEs during reviews.

• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Drive competitive bidding (RFx) to optimize cost, quality, and service.

• Promote use of preferred suppliers, standardized pricing, and approved buying channels.

• Deliver measurable impact through cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation.

• Maintain high client satisfaction by ensuring timely, effective outcomes.

• Manage multiple concurrent deals and engagements while executing category strategy.

Category Leadership

• Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with business and functional stakeholder needs.

• Conduct spend and supplier analyses to inform and update strategies.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

• Identify and capture cost-saving opportunities through collaboration and data-driven insights.

• Lead cross-functional teams on major sourcing initiatives and transformation projects.

• Establish and manage preferred supplier programs, standardized pricing, discounts, and onboarding processes.

• Monitor compliance with category strategies, addressing process gaps and minimizing leakage.

• Support training and development of procurement team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

• 7–10+ years of strategic sourcing and contract negotiation experience within Professional Services, with expertise in at least one area (Consulting, HR, Marketing, or Legal).

• Proven ability to deliver measurable P&L savings and cost-avoidance initiatives.

• Strong commercial negotiation skills with experience managing complex contracts, terms, and pricing structures.

• Demonstrated success in developing and executing Professional Services category strategies.

• Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders across functions, including challenging or senior audiences.

• Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of procurement best practices, including risk management, information security, and accounts payable processes.

• Resilient, adaptable, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send your resume to Lydia at  

IND123

**Contract position**

The Category Manager leads implementation of category procurement strategy, developed in partnership with Category Directors and high-level business stakeholders. This role oversees the execution of the end- to-end procurement process, ensuring excellence in all activities and compliance to policy. The Category Manager is responsible for assisting leadership in identifying workforce planning needs.

This hybrid (2 days in office) position will report to the Agencies and Media Category Lead, based in the Smyrna GA location.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with business or functional stakeholder leads to develop and align category-specific procurement strategies and contribute to the development of a comprehensive annual strategic plan for the relevant category, incorporating category strategies that align with overall business goals.
• Relay insights and market intelligence from team analysis to Category Lead to inform strategic decision-making, staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics.
• Manage strategic value drivers with key category suppliers to secure collaborative partnerships that challenge the status quo to achieve cost savings, optimize processes, and enhance overall procurement value.
• Manage and monitor supplier performance on sustainability and environmental, social, and governance
• (ESG) measures, working alongside suppliers to enhance sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
• Enable Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategies, driving innovation with key category suppliers and collaborating to enact creative and cutting-edge solutions to deliver on long-term business needs.
• Implement mitigation strategies to proactively manage procurement risk across the relevant category, overseeing process and policy compliance.
• Ensure effective project management from initiation to completion, managing and driving cross-functional teams to deliver strategic category-related projects.
• Implement opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains, leveraging data analytics to develop long-term continuous improvement programs that achieve strategic objectives.
• Assist with the end-to-end procurement process from sourcing strategy to contract negotiation and execution, enabling negotiations with category suppliers and facilitating decisions by conducting required analysis and preparation.
• Monitor and report progress toward performance targets. Identify capability gaps and assist in developing focused action plans to address workforce requirements and team needs.

Accountabilities

Strategic Guidance

• Drive consistent execution of the Category Strategy throughout internal (UCB) and external (supplier) stakeholder interaction; identify any realignment or revisions as needed
• Provide insights from market trends, competitive landscape and the dynamics within Agency Industry, and interaction with the business, to inform evolution of the Strategy
• Develop and evolve supplier segmentation
• Develop commercial relationship models in line with the business strategy
• Ensure standard frameworks for sustainability assessment within the spend category are populated

Stakeholder Engagement and Process Support

• Independently manage Requests for Information/Proposals/Quotes as needed to support US business needs
• Provide fact-based sourcing recommendation for supplier selection, inclusion or exclusion
• Adept in implementing complex projects with a focus on effective change management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and synergies across the eco-system
• Ensure sustainability is included as a criteria for Supplier selection

Supplier Management

• Strong capacity and experience building and managing collaborative supplier relationships, aligning procurement activities with business need and category strategy.
• Safeguards the KPI’s and SLA’s as negotiated in the contracts
• Supports assessment of commercial performance within the spend category
• Acts as an escalation point for selected suppliers
• Ensure sustainability assessment meets Sustainability targets or flag for improvement
• Identify potential suppliers as Preferred Agencies and facilitate contract modifications to achieve this designation, and support existing Preferred Agencies to maintain designation contracting
• Ensure collaboration with Legal and other internal departments when needed for contract completion
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers
• Ensures risk management strategies are embedded into contracts (when applicable)
• Ensure sustainability is embedded into contracts
• Share and support plans for commercial risk contingencies

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in strategic Procurement roles
• Relevant experience with Agencies (Creative, Medical Communications, Media) or Marketing Category
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is preferred
• Tactical expertise in category management, including market
• analysis, cost and financial assessment, ensuring strategic and informed procurement decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, facilitating empathetic interactions, effective communication, and robust relationship-building across a matrixed organization.
• Able to adapt and thrive in a dynamic team environment, operating in a cross-functional organization
• Strong communication skills and ability to build lasting business relationships
• Project management: overlapping tasks, projects, timelines, and deliverables
• Adept in drafting, negotiating, reviewing and managing contracts; understanding of relevant legal terms and business risks or implications
• Familiarity with procurement and finance tools and platforms [SAP/Ariba, PowerBI, Globality, Icertis (contracts)]
• Proficient in Category data/spend analysis and forecasting, market assessment, forward thinking and “connecting dots”
• Ability to think creatively, influence without authority, promote change with internal and external stakeholders
• Embrace inclusion and collaboration

Construction and Procurement Manager – Multifamily Real Estate

Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid)

Rose Valley Capital

We’re growing! Our multifamily real estate team is looking for a strategic, solutions-driven Construction and Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, vendor management, and purchasing initiatives across our portfolio. If you’re passionate about optimizing operations, building strong vendor partnerships, and driving cost-effective solutions, we’d love to meet you.

About the Role

The Construction and Procurement Manager will oversee the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services for our multifamily communities, renovation projects, capital improvements, and corporate needs. This role plays a key part in ensuring our properties operate efficiently, remain well-maintained, and deliver an exceptional resident experience.

What You’ll Do

• Lead strategic sourcing efforts for property operations, maintenance, renovations, and capital projects.

• Manage the bid process, issue RFPs/RFQs, analyze proposals, and negotiate contracts.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve procurement efficiency across the portfolio.

• Oversee purchasing compliance and ensure alignment with internal policies and industry best practices.

• Partner cross-functionally with Property Management, Finance, and Legal teams.

• Monitor vendor performance and address service issues to ensure quality and reliability.

• Track spending, maintain procurement reports, and support budgeting and forecasting.

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of procurement experience, ideally within multifamily, real estate, property management, or construction.

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

• Experience managing vendor relationships and large-scale purchasing activities.

• Ability to analyze data, evaluate proposals, and make informed recommendations.

• Knowledge of procurement/ERP systems

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape and elevate procurement practices across a growing portfolio.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Impactful role with visibility to senior leadership.

Our industry leading client is hiring a Software Procurement Manager who will drive strategic sourcing, negotiate high‑impact contracts, and influence enterprise‑wide procurement decisions. An ideal candidate is someone who excels in supplier strategy, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivering measurable business value.

What You'll Do

• Lead large‑scale software and technology procurement negotiations
• Guide cross‑functional teams through RFP/RFQ/RFI processes
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and market dynamics
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers, including financial stability assessments
• Partner with technical and business stakeholders to define sourcing requirements
• Drive cost‑saving initiatives and present executive‑level recommendations
• Manage supplier performance and handle escalation issues
• Support enterprise adoption of new technologies, services, and tools

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of procurement contract negotiation and management experience
• 1+ year of experience with e‑procurement or contract management tools
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Solid understanding of the procure‑to‑pay (P2P) process

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Working Environment

• Hybrid schedule: four days onsite, one day remote
• Highly collaborative environment across procurement, finance, product, and technology teams

He/she will demonstrate a high-level of collaboration and strategic support to business growth by develops CapEx category sourcing strategies, cost reduction opportunities and value creation for CAPEX projects(including end-to-end procurement for production equipment and local engineering construction/renovation projects, while ensuring compliance with local regulations).

We are looking for individuals that are entrepreneurial in spirit that can collaborate across our internal stakeholders and across our CapEx procurement team to achieve company objectives and do so with a sense of urgency. This individual would be responsible for the full range of procurement activities from start to finish, including a mix of strategic and tactical support for our Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects by working closely with Global CAPEX team.

Duties & Responsibilities: -

• Brings and enhances supplier / industry market intelligence and insight as a source of innovation and value creation.
• Develops sourcing strategies and cost reduction opportunities while ensuring supply and quality.
• Manage end-to-end process including, but not limited to PO Creation, RFI/RFQ/RFP process, Invoice Resolution, full supplier and stakeholder relationship management
• Close collaboration with Operation, Engineering, QA and sales to ensure successful development and execution of new capital investments
• Manage functional KPIs, including reporting savings in alignment with procurement finance.
• Negotiates and awards larger (multi-year) contracts
• Expertise in contract structures, contract negotiation, understanding/communicating contract risk to the business
• Provides highest level of service to internal and external customers.

Education & Experience: -

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain/Operations Management, Economics/Finance, or similar.
• 10 years of experience in purchasing, Engineering or other related fields
• 7 years of experience Purchasing Capital Expenditure (CapEx)

Requirements & Skills: -

• Deep knowledge of procurement systems and sourcing of CapEx projects, MRO services. With experience in international equipment procurement (import & export) .
• Excellent communication and negotiations skills
• Strong management skills with the ability to drive initiatives to completion
• Ability to quickly analyze and solve complex problems
• Self-starter, self-motivator and driven to succeed
• CAPEX lifecycle TCO analysis.
• Project management, proactive stakeholder requirement management, early-stage project risk identification with mitigation solutions, and cross-functional team leadership to ensure on-time project completion and meet the local regulations.
• Organizationally savvy & entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to be a team player, to work independently and cross-functionally while being a change agent
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and high degree of uncertainty
• Excellent written and spoken English (Bilingual is a plus)
• Domestic & Overseas Travelling is required

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

About Consolidated Distribution Company (CDC)

Clayco’s Consolidated Distribution Company (CDC) uses its extensive relationships to secure competitive pricing and product availability. By negotiating with top brands and manufacturers, CDC provides cost-effective solutions for construction equipment, materials, and finishes. It excels in managing complex projects through strategic sourcing and mass purchasing, offering integrated design, and purchasing power for both internal and external clients.

The Role We Want You For

As the Project Engineer (Mechanical Procurement), you will support the CDC team in developing competitive HVAC/mechanical estimates and procurement plans, sourcing equipment and materials, and building relationships with manufacturers, reps, and subcontract partners. You will work closely with Clayco project teams, design partners, and the technical group to confirm specified systems meet performance requirements, project standards, and budget. You will help identify lead-time risks early and contribute to winning work through accurate takeoffs, pricing, and value options.

The Specifics of the Role

• Perform mechanical/HVAC takeoffs and quantity surveys (major HVAC equipment and other mechanical equipment and systems) and develop detailed procurement estimates.
• Solicit, level, and validate supplier/manufacturer quotes; confirm scope, inclusions/exclusions, alternates, and delivery assumptions.
• Support intercompany sales efforts by engaging OEMs, reps, and distributors, maintaining pricing intelligence, and helping identify new procurement opportunities.
• Evaluate bills of material for completeness and accuracy; flag gaps, long-lead items, and coordination concerns (power, controls, structural, seismic, space/clearances).
• Assist with contract review from a procurement perspective (commercial terms, freight, taxes, escalation, liquidated damages, warranty, service/startup).
• Gather and prepare submittal packages (equipment schedules, cut sheets, performance data, controls narratives) and track reviews/returns to keep the buyout schedule on track.
• Create purchase requisitions / product lists and support purchase order and change order preparation with clear scope and quantities.
• Track orders and logistics (lead times, releases, fabrication, shipping, storage); coordinate with the project team on site constraints and delivery windows.
• Maintain procurement documentation (quote logs, bid tabs, vendor correspondence) and support closeout deliverables as assigned (warranties, O&M manuals, spare parts).

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of mechanical construction and HVAC systems/equipment; able to read plans/specs and speak the language of engineers, contractors, and OEMs.
• 5+ years of procurement experience preferred; or equivalent combination of mechanical/HVAC field, estimating, or project support experience with demonstrated procurement capability.
• Experience with estimating/takeoffs, bid leveling, and vendor communication; detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
• Working knowledge of construction fundamentals, coordination practices, and project documentation (submittals, RFIs, change orders).
• Comfortable negotiating with suppliers and understanding commercial terms; proficient with Excel and procurement/PM tools.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.