DUEx (Dry Utility Experts)
Dedicated VP of Purchasing
DUEx (Dry Utility Experts), Oakland, Tennessee, United States, 38060
Overview
We are a specialist player in dry-utility infrastructure—serving telecommunications, energy distribution, and civil construction projects across the USA. This senior procurement leadership role is hybrid (USA) and focuses on building a high-performing, cost-efficient supply chain and vendor ecosystem that supports large-scale CAPEX and OPEX projects. Role & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for materials, equipment, and subcontracted services across nation-wide dry-utility projects—drive cost, quality and delivery performance. Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, including vendor selection, RFP/RFQ management, and total-cost-of-ownership analyses. Negotiate and finalize commercial contracts, master agreements, and SLA terms to mitigate risk and secure favourable pricing and delivery terms. Build, mentor, and scale a centralized procurement team; establish clear KPIs, supplier scorecards, and continuous improvement processes. Partner closely with Project Delivery, Engineering, Finance and Legal to align procurement plans with project schedules, budgets (CAPEX/OPEX) and compliance requirements. Implement procurement governance, ERP integrations, and reporting to provide real-time spend visibility, forecast accuracy, and supplier risk management. Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have 10+ years in procurement/purchasing with 5+ years in senior leadership (director/VP) roles—preferably in utilities, telecom, construction, or heavy industrial sectors. Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management for CAPEX-intensive programs. Strong financial acumen—experience with budget management, TCO modelling, and cost-reduction initiatives that materially impact margin. Hands-on ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, Coupa or similar) and comfort with procurement analytics and supplier scorecards. Preferred Experience with national vendor networks, logistics & warehousing optimization, and sub-contractor procurement processes for utility/telecom builds. Relevant certifications (CPM, CSCP, CPSM) or strong familiarity with procurement/compliance frameworks and contract law. Benefits & Culture Highlights
Hybrid work model with travel to project sites and vendor locations—balanced autonomy and on-the-ground leadership. Opportunity to shape procurement strategy for large-scale national infrastructure programs and build a best-in-class team. Competitive compensation, performance incentives tied to cost-savings and project outcomes, and professional development support. This role is ideal for a strategic procurement executive who thrives in fast-paced infrastructure environments, combines commercial rigor with hands-on supplier management, and is passionate about driving measurable cost and delivery improvements across complex projects. Skills: management, purchasing, projects, supplier relationship management, procurement, infrastructure, leadership Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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We are a specialist player in dry-utility infrastructure—serving telecommunications, energy distribution, and civil construction projects across the USA. This senior procurement leadership role is hybrid (USA) and focuses on building a high-performing, cost-efficient supply chain and vendor ecosystem that supports large-scale CAPEX and OPEX projects. Role & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for materials, equipment, and subcontracted services across nation-wide dry-utility projects—drive cost, quality and delivery performance. Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, including vendor selection, RFP/RFQ management, and total-cost-of-ownership analyses. Negotiate and finalize commercial contracts, master agreements, and SLA terms to mitigate risk and secure favourable pricing and delivery terms. Build, mentor, and scale a centralized procurement team; establish clear KPIs, supplier scorecards, and continuous improvement processes. Partner closely with Project Delivery, Engineering, Finance and Legal to align procurement plans with project schedules, budgets (CAPEX/OPEX) and compliance requirements. Implement procurement governance, ERP integrations, and reporting to provide real-time spend visibility, forecast accuracy, and supplier risk management. Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have 10+ years in procurement/purchasing with 5+ years in senior leadership (director/VP) roles—preferably in utilities, telecom, construction, or heavy industrial sectors. Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management for CAPEX-intensive programs. Strong financial acumen—experience with budget management, TCO modelling, and cost-reduction initiatives that materially impact margin. Hands-on ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, Coupa or similar) and comfort with procurement analytics and supplier scorecards. Preferred Experience with national vendor networks, logistics & warehousing optimization, and sub-contractor procurement processes for utility/telecom builds. Relevant certifications (CPM, CSCP, CPSM) or strong familiarity with procurement/compliance frameworks and contract law. Benefits & Culture Highlights
Hybrid work model with travel to project sites and vendor locations—balanced autonomy and on-the-ground leadership. Opportunity to shape procurement strategy for large-scale national infrastructure programs and build a best-in-class team. Competitive compensation, performance incentives tied to cost-savings and project outcomes, and professional development support. This role is ideal for a strategic procurement executive who thrives in fast-paced infrastructure environments, combines commercial rigor with hands-on supplier management, and is passionate about driving measurable cost and delivery improvements across complex projects. Skills: management, purchasing, projects, supplier relationship management, procurement, infrastructure, leadership Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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