Director of Procurement – Substation

About the role

We are seeking a Director of Procurement with extensive substation procurement experience to lead strategic sourcing, purchasing and supplier management for large utility‑scale electrical and transmission & distribution projects. The role will be responsible for developing procurement strategies for high‑value substation equipment while ensuring cost, quality, schedule and contractual compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for substation and T&D equipment, materials and services.
• Manage sourcing and supplier relationships for transformers, switchgear, breakers, relays, steel, bus, protection & control and related equipment.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules and supplier agreements.
• Develop and maintain a qualified supplier network and identify new strategic vendors.
• Partner closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction and Finance.
• Manage procurement schedules, long‑lead equipment, expediting and supplier performance.
• Establish procurement processes, controls and KPIs.

Required profile

• 8+ years of procurement experience, with significant experience supporting substation/T&D projects.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, manufacturers, suppliers and industry standards.
• Proven ability to negotiate major equipment and material contracts.
• Demonstrated capability to manage complex, long‑lead procurement activities.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
• Utility‑scale EPC, electrical construction or renewable energy experience preferred.