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Job Description: Procurement Manager
Location: Jackson, GA
Position Summary
The Procurement Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain is responsible for leading the planning, sourcing, procurement, and delivery management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) equipment and materials for complex commercial and industrial construction projects. This role combines technical MEP project oversight with strategic supply chain leadership—ensuring cost-effective purchasing, contract compliance, accurate scheduling, supplier accountability, and seamless integration with project teams from design through installation.
The ideal candidate is both technically fluent in MEP systems and highly experienced in commercial negotiations, contract management, supplier development, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & MEP Coordination
- Lead procurement execution for all MEP scopes, aligning purchasing strategies with project schedules, engineering deliverables, and construction milestones.
- Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure equipment aligns with design intent, specifications, single-line diagrams, and construction documents.
- Evaluate construction drawings and site conditions to identify value-engineering opportunities and mitigate potential delivery or installation issues.
- Manage complex delivery schedules, logistics constraints, and sequencing requirements to prevent delays and maintain project continuity.
Procurement Management & Strategic Sourcing
- Develop, implement, and oversee procurement plans for MEP systems—including vendor selection, RFPs, bid leveling, commercial negotiations, and purchase order award.
- Ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment within budget and specification requirements.
- Perform market research, benchmarking, cost modeling, and competitive analyses to support sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
- Build and maintain a robust network of MEP suppliers and subcontractors while driving continuous improvement and high-performance partnerships.
Contracting, Negotiation & Risk Mitigation
- Collaborate with legal teams to draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies, commercial terms, warranty requirements, and project needs.
- Lead supplier negotiations covering price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and risk allocation.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks across the MEP supply chain, including long-lead equipment exposure, commodity volatility, and supplier performance issues.
- Supplier Management & Performance Tracking
- Act as the primary point of contact for commercial and delivery-related issues with MEP suppliers and OEMs.
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, quality metrics, on-time delivery, and contract adherence—driving corrective actions where necessary.
- Maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, promoting transparency and effective communication.
Financial Stewardship & Reporting
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses, total cost of ownership reviews, and sourcing scenario assessments.
- Support budget development, track spend and forecast procurement savings and financial impacts for MEP equipment categories.
- Collaborate on financial system workflows, invoice accuracy, and procurement reporting tools for visibility and governance.
Technical & Industry Knowledge
- Maintain a strong understanding of MEP systems, industry standards (IEC, DIN, NEC, UMC, UPC), and emerging technologies.
- Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscapes, sustainable materials, factory capabilities, and supply chain innovations.
- Apply technical fluency to evaluate specifications, construction details, submittals, and design alternatives.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
- 7–10+ years of experience in MEP procurement, supply chain management, or MEP project management within industrial or commercial construction.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale MEP equipment packages, long-lead items, and supplier negotiations.
- Experience in contract management and coordination with legal teams.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial acumen.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and MEP design documents.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with high emotional intelligence.
- Proficiency in procurement tools, ERP systems, and reporting software (Microsoft Office, SQL, PowerBI preferred).
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and adapt in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.
Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.
Job Description: Procurement Manager
Location: Jackson, GA
Position Summary
The Procurement Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain is responsible for leading the planning, sourcing, procurement, and delivery management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) equipment and materials for complex commercial and industrial construction projects. This role combines technical MEP project oversight with strategic supply chain leadership—ensuring cost-effective purchasing, contract compliance, accurate scheduling, supplier accountability, and seamless integration with project teams from design through installation.
The ideal candidate is both technically fluent in MEP systems and highly experienced in commercial negotiations, contract management, supplier development, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & MEP Coordination
- Lead procurement execution for all MEP scopes, aligning purchasing strategies with project schedules, engineering deliverables, and construction milestones.
- Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure equipment aligns with design intent, specifications, single-line diagrams, and construction documents.
- Evaluate construction drawings and site conditions to identify value-engineering opportunities and mitigate potential delivery or installation issues.
- Manage complex delivery schedules, logistics constraints, and sequencing requirements to prevent delays and maintain project continuity.
Procurement Management & Strategic Sourcing
- Develop, implement, and oversee procurement plans for MEP systems—including vendor selection, RFPs, bid leveling, commercial negotiations, and purchase order award.
- Ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment within budget and specification requirements.
- Perform market research, benchmarking, cost modeling, and competitive analyses to support sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
- Build and maintain a robust network of MEP suppliers and subcontractors while driving continuous improvement and high-performance partnerships.
Contracting, Negotiation & Risk Mitigation
- Collaborate with legal teams to draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies, commercial terms, warranty requirements, and project needs.
- Lead supplier negotiations covering price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and risk allocation.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks across the MEP supply chain, including long-lead equipment exposure, commodity volatility, and supplier performance issues.
- Supplier Management & Performance Tracking
- Act as the primary point of contact for commercial and delivery-related issues with MEP suppliers and OEMs.
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, quality metrics, on-time delivery, and contract adherence—driving corrective actions where necessary.
- Maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, promoting transparency and effective communication.
Financial Stewardship & Reporting
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses, total cost of ownership reviews, and sourcing scenario assessments.
- Support budget development, track spend and forecast procurement savings and financial impacts for MEP equipment categories.
- Collaborate on financial system workflows, invoice accuracy, and procurement reporting tools for visibility and governance.
Technical & Industry Knowledge
- Maintain a strong understanding of MEP systems, industry standards (IEC, DIN, NEC, UMC, UPC), and emerging technologies.
- Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscapes, sustainable materials, factory capabilities, and supply chain innovations.
- Apply technical fluency to evaluate specifications, construction details, submittals, and design alternatives.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
- 7–10+ years of experience in MEP procurement, supply chain management, or MEP project management within industrial or commercial construction.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale MEP equipment packages, long-lead items, and supplier negotiations.
- Experience in contract management and coordination with legal teams.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial acumen.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and MEP design documents.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with high emotional intelligence.
- Proficiency in procurement tools, ERP systems, and reporting software (Microsoft Office, SQL, PowerBI preferred).
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and adapt in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.
Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon15
- Xcel Energy2
- Parker Hannifin2
- nVent1
- Plexus1
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general manager supply chain jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive supply chain or operations leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end supply chain functions including procurement, logistics, and inventory
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise platforms
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification strongly preferred or required
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across multiple sites or geographies
Tips for Your General Manager Supply Chain Job Search
Quantify supply chain impact on your resume
Hiring managers for general manager supply chain roles want to see numbers tied to cost reduction, inventory turns, on-time delivery rates, and supplier performance. Replace vague statements with outcomes like reduced lead times or improved fill rates across specific product lines or regions.
Highlight cross-functional leadership experience
General manager supply chain postings consistently require coordination across procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and sales. Your resume should name the functions you aligned, not just the department you managed. Bullet points that show you resolved conflicts between ops and commercial teams stand out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general manager supply chain openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by supply chain segment
Job titles vary significantly, with some postings using supply chain director, VP of supply chain, or head of operations for the same scope. Search by function too, such as demand planning, logistics, or S&OP, to catch relevant openings that use different naming conventions.
Prepare a business case story for interviews
Interviewers at the general manager level expect structured examples of strategic decisions you owned end to end. Prepare two or three scenarios where you diagnosed a supply chain constraint, proposed a solution, secured stakeholder buy-in, and measured the result over time.
Negotiate scope before negotiating compensation
Before accepting a general manager supply chain offer, clarify which functions report to you, your authority over capital expenditures, and your relationship to regional or plant managers. Scope ambiguity at this level can undermine your ability to deliver results and your longer-term career positioning.
General Manager Supply Chain Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general manager supply chains?
Amazon, Xcel Energy, and Parker Hannifin are hiring the most general manager supply chains right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Washington, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to be highest in companies scaling distribution networks or undergoing supply chain restructuring.
How many general manager supply chain jobs are remote?
About 67% of general manager supply chain openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles remaining the majority given the operational nature of the work. Sub-areas with higher remote flexibility include demand planning leadership, strategic sourcing, and supply chain transformation roles that sit above plant or distribution center operations.
How do you become a general manager supply chain?
Most general manager supply chain professionals build toward the role by progressing through individual contributor and team lead positions across procurement, logistics, or operations. Getting exposure to multiple supply chain functions rather than staying in one area accelerates the path, as does owning a P&L or budget. Leadership experience across cross-functional projects and familiarity with ERP systems are typically required before moving into a general manager scope.
Can you get hired as a general manager supply chain without direct GM experience?
Some candidates move into a general manager supply chain role from a director or senior manager position when they can demonstrate broad functional ownership and results across the full supply chain. Gaps in direct GM experience are most often bridged by showing you have led cross-functional initiatives, managed significant budgets, and influenced functions outside your reporting line. Industry fit and ERP fluency matter a great deal at this level.
What does the general manager supply chain interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your leadership style and functional scope. Later rounds usually include a panel with peers in finance, operations, and commercial, plus a case study or presentation on a supply chain challenge. Final rounds often involve a site visit or meeting with senior executives who want to assess strategic thinking and cultural fit.
Where can I find and apply to general manager supply chain jobs?
You can find and apply to general manager supply chain jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search for roles that match your functional background and geographic preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and career goals.
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