Sr. Technical Procurement Specialist Electrical Systems

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