Senior Purchasing Manager

About this role

Overview
The Senior Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing all purchasing process functions for Mastec Renewables. Develops, improves, and maintains processes and systems utilized by the company while coordinating with stakeholders to ensure procurement activities are effective. Understands the life cycle of procurement activities and assists in processes throughout. Provides technical support and assistance to strategic sourcing and purchasing teams. Develop systems and reports that support procurement’s key performance indicator efforts. This position collaborates closely with internal teams, suppliers, and vendors, while maintaining high standards of compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.Location: This position can be located at any of our office locations: Phoenix, AZ; Clinton, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Centennial, CO; Irving, TX; or Fargo, ND. Based on the experience and skillset of the individual identified, we are open to a remote-based role with ability to travel to our office and field site locations to support events or department activities.
Company Overview
MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.
The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:

• Lead and mentor the Field Purchasing Manager and Category Buyers, ensuring effective execution of procurement processes

• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and foster professional development opportunities within the team

• Ensure the Procurement team is well-supported and equipped to meet organizational objectives

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies that align with the company’s business objectives and growth goals

• Drive and enforce document control efforts to ensure all purchase orders, approvals, and supporting documents are correctly saved in Procore

• Ensure the repository of company negotiated agreements including master vendor agreements is maintained

• Coordinate with company stakeholders related to updates to master templates standard procedures and agreements and ensure that procurement is informed of these updates

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements

• Provide contract negotiation guidance to buyers utilizing structured company guidelines

• Provide direction on proper contract formats to utilize for the requested scope of work

• Work closely with Compliance and Legal teams to review and maintain contracts, purchase orders, and other procurement-related documentation

• Identify and mitigate risks related to procurement, ensuring continuity of supply and operational success

• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of procurement

• Work with IT teams to implement procurement software and tools that streamline operations and enhance business continuity

• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of procurement activities, including purchase orders, invoices, and inventory levels

• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Finance, Operations, Compliance, HR, and IT) to ensure seamless procurement processes

• Provide clear communication and regular updates to senior management regarding purchasing performance, key issues, and opportunities

• Lead weekly meetings and provide guidance to the team on current procurement challenges, opportunities, and priorities

• Manage staffing levels within the Purchasing team, ensuring proper allocation of resources for project needs

• Support HR in resolving staffing issues related to Purchasing and Field Buying teams, ensuring adequate support for operational needs

• Provide ongoing training and development for the Purchasing team to ensure team capabilities remain strong and aligned with company objectives

Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field

• Seven+ years relevant experience in purchasing or procurement, related to construction industry

• Previous experience with supply chain and inventory management

• Experience leading and managing others

• Experience negotiating; Terms & Conditions (T&C’s),…