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Job Title: Procurement ManagerJob Description

The Procurement Manager will lead all procurement aspects of major capital projects. This role ensures that strategies are aligned and executed to meet objectives for safety, schedule, quality, and cost while complying with corporate procurement processes and standards.

Responsibilities

+ Define and implement project procurement strategies at critical stage gates.

+ Manage tendering, negotiations, and contract awards for long-lead items and the full procurement scope.

+ Coordinate with Project Management, Category Managers, EPCm partners, and suppliers.

+ Ensure compliance with procurement tools, processes, and standards.

+ Oversee vendor and contractor performance, resolve claims, and mitigate risks.

+ Monitor project cash flow and procurement-related KPIs.

+ Support audits and maintain transparent documentation of decisions.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of Procurement experience in Cap X projects, ideally multi-million dollar projects.

+ Proficiency in contracting, running tenders, and working within procurement processes.

+ Strong communication skills to navigate a matrix organization.

+ Ability to manage independently with limited supervision.

+ Experience in procurement management, data analysis, and Excel analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with CapX projects in dollar range and execution models.

+ Understanding of local market, construction market, vendor and supply base, and regulations with a heavy focus on construction services.

+ Ability to negotiate contracts and challenge the status quo.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office located at the Port of Catoosa and two days remote. The role is office-based and involves occasional travel for supplier visits and project needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Catoosa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Catoosa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.