Manager of Procurement and Contracts

Manager of Procurement & Contracts

Position Title:

Manager of Procurement & Contracts

Location:

Atlanta, GA (On-site)

Incumbent must work in the office in Atlanta four (4) days per week and may work remotely one (1) day per week with manager approval.

• Develop, lead, and oversee procurement strategies throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Implement processes to manage risks impacting the procurement and exercise sound professional judgment for the benefit of MEAG Power.
• Plan strategies to maintain expenditures within program material budget limitations while upholding quality standards.
• Identify best suppliers of equipment related to repair, refurbishment, and capital investment in high‑voltage transmission systems.
• Determine best supplier/vendor under Master Purchase Agreements or blanket Purchase Orders for goods and services on an as‑needed basis.
• Maintain constant communication with suppliers to ensure timely availability of goods and services.
• Comply with MEAG Power standard Terms and Conditions for procurement of goods and services, ensuring they stay current with industry practices.
• Establish contractual obligations while complying with federal, state, and local laws and regulations during negotiations.
• Coordinate with the General Counsel’s office for legal review and sign‑off on legal matters.
• Negotiate with vendors to secure best price, quality, and terms for MEAG Power.
• Coordinate with Transmission to maintain appropriate engineering design standards for equipment purchases.
• Qualify vendors through a due‑diligence process to protect the organization’s reputation and brand.
• Develop and manage solicitation processes (RFQs, RFPs, RFBs) in collaboration with various departments.
• Ensure all legal contractual documents and insurance certificates are executed and maintained.
• Perform active contract monitoring and periodic reviews of evergreen contracts to determine continuance criteria.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s or MBA preferred in a related field.
• Procurement licenses or certifications.
• Advanced knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g., KPIs).
• Five or more years of proven experience in a procurement management role in electric utility, oil and gas, manufacturing, construction, or related industries.
• Extensive experience in procurement processes, policy, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Excellent leadership, project management, problem‑solving, influencing, and analytical skills.
• Self‑starter with the ability to develop and implement mechanisms, processes, and procedures to monitor procurement strategies in compliance with the Procurement Policy.
• Ability to work with management and staff at all organization levels.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating contracts with suppliers and contractors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to drive tasks to completion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools.

Direct: TBD

Indirect:
Uses supervisory and managerial skills to facilitate and support procurement activities.

• Health, Vision, and Dental coverage plus Opt‑Out Incentives.
• Health and Dependent Care FSAs.
• Vacation and Sick days.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 1 floating holiday (if hired prior to July).
• Short‑Term Disability (after 1 year of service).
• Long‑Term Disability.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary benefits – Individual, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance.
• 403(b) Tax‑Deferred Retirement Plan with company match.
• 457(b) Tax‑Deferred Retirement Plan.
• Vacation Purchase Program.

MEAG Power is an equal‑opportunity employer. MEAG Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

MEAG Power is a drug‑free workplace. External candidates are required to pass a drug test and background screening before beginning employment.