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Sr. Technical Procurement Specialist Electrical Systems

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Senior Technical Procurement Specialist Electrical Systems
Location:

North Houston (Onsite)

We re seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support sourcing and purchasing for

electrical systems and capital equipment

across project-based environments. This role partners closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure the right equipment is selected, delivered on time, and aligned with project requirements.

What You Ll Do

Lead procurement of electrical equipment including switchgear, drives, control systems, and power distribution components

Review technical specifications and ensure purchased materials align with project requirements and engineering designs

Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to support cost and schedule targets

Track procurement status across projects, including long-lead items and delivery timelines

Work closely with engineering and project teams to evaluate equipment options and substitutions

Manage supplier relationships, including expediting, issue resolution, and performance tracking

Support inventory planning and spare parts strategies

Assist with cost tracking, reporting, and identifying opportunities for savings

Maintain accurate documentation of purchases, materials, and supplier communications

What You Bring

5+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years supporting electrical equipment or power systems

Strong understanding of industrial electrical components (power distribution, controls, etc.)

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, or specifications

Experience working in project-driven or capital equipment environments

Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills

Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Nice to Have

Background in industrial, energy, or large-scale project environments

Experience sourcing complex or long-lead equipment packages

Familiarity with improving procurement processes or supplier strategies

Bachelor s degree in a related field (Engineering, Supply Chain, etc.)

Why This Role

Work on complex, high-value equipment and projects

Strong collaboration with engineering and operations teams

Opportunity to impact cost, schedule, and overall project success

Stable pipeline of ongoing project work

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