Senior Procurement Manager - New Orleans

The Senior Procurement Manager plays a critical role in supporting industrial field service operations by leading and executing procurement activities for materials, equipment, and services. This position ensures the timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of critical supplies while maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement. Serving as a strategic partner to field operations, the Senior Procurement Manager collaborates cross-functionally to align procurement with project schedules, resolve supply issues, and mitigate risk in dynamic, fast-paced environments. The role also champions procurement best practices, safety, and operational excellence across all purchasing functions.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Promote and comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
• Lead and manage procurement activities for materials, equipment, and services across multiple industrial field service projects and operational projects.
• Drive the implementation of procurement best practices and support a culture of continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier and subcontractor capabilities, quotes, bids, and performance-especially related to responsiveness, technical accuracy, and delivery to field locations.
• Execute tactical and strategic sourcing activities to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of tools, consumables, and critical materials for field teams.
• Analyze procurement data and supplier performance metrics to support department KPIs and continuous improvement efforts.
• Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders, service agreements, and change orders aligned with field schedules and evolving site needs.
• Rapidly resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, delivery delays, or damaged goods to minimize field service disruptions.
• Continuously monitor and improve procurement systems, processes, and documentation to enhance field responsiveness and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with field operations, project managers, and site supervisors to forecast needs, align procurement with schedules, and ensure material readiness.
• Present procurement insights, status reports, and recommendations to internal stakeholders, including field leadership and operations teams.
• Identify and qualify alternative vendors and sources to support urgent needs and reduce supply risk in remote or time-sensitive environments.
• Act as a subject matter expert on industrial field service supply markets, equipment sourcing, and logistical constraints relevant to field operations.
• Partner with Legal and Management to negotiate service agreements and terms, ensuring compliance and readiness for mobilization or construction activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support dynamic project and field service requirements.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education And/or Experience Required At Entry

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering or Business and 10+ years related experience with demonstrated leadership and improvement results
• Supply Chain Certification (CSCP, CSCM, CPP, etc.) or demonstrated equivalent experience
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated progressive experience and career advancement in Industrial construction/EPC industry and/or best-in-class supply chain company
  
  

Skills, Abilities, Special Licenses Or Certificates

• Strong data analysis and advanced problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite, especially Excel
• Experience using and leveraging industry specific software and data mining from ERP software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical documents
• Advanced understanding of terms, nomenclature and business models used in the construction industry
• Ability to be accurate, precise, and follow set procedures and standards
• Excellent collaboration skills
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ability to identify, develop, and evaluate a strong and reliable supplier network
• Ability to demonstrate proven results with contract negotiations and strategic Sourcing Strategies
• Strong project management skills in support of cross-functional team activities
• Must be able to travel up to 25%+ of the time or as required by the business
  
  

**Preferred Qualifications**

• NetSuite knowledge
  
  

Equipment Used In Job Performance

• Computer / Laptop
  
  

The qualified candidate will be able to pass drug, alcohol, background, and motor vehicle check.