The Townsend Company, LLC · 1 month ago
Procurement Executive
Muncie, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Townsend Company, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Executive to support strategic asset purchases across the transportation, vegetation management, and utility sectors. This role involves managing complex contract negotiations and optimizing procurement strategies to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement of assets such as fleet vehicles, specialized equipment, vegetation management machinery, and utility-related operational tools
Analyze asset lifecycle costs, performance metrics, and market trends to inform purchasing decisions
Develop procurement strategies that reduce cost, improve service levels, and support long-term organizational growth
Evaluate and improve asset utilization through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration
Drive negotiation of high-value contracts with both vendors (OEMs, distributors, service providers) and customers (contract clients, strategic partners)
Establish contract terms that maximize value, mitigate risk, and align with budget and operational requirements
Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, reliable supply, and favorable service agreements
Collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and compliance teams to finalize contract terms
Conduct rigorous financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI assessments for all major procurement decisions
Track market fluctuations in transportation, vegetation management, and utility-sector equipment to inform timing and strategy
Develop analytics dashboards, forecasting models, and spend reports to support executive decision-making
Implement procurement best practices, including competitive bidding, supplier scorecards, and category-management strategies
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and internal procurement policies
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in procurement workflow, cost control, and vendor performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or CPSM/CSCP certification preferred
5+ years of procurement experience, ideally within transportation, vegetation management, utilities, or heavy-equipment sectors
Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts with both suppliers and customers
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations
18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Meet all physical requirements of the position
Preferred
Advanced negotiation training or certification
Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, or spend-analytics platforms
Knowledge of regulatory standards related to transportation and utility operations
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Company
The Townsend Company, LLC
Townsend provides a wide range of services, expertise, and innovative technology to its core markets - vegetation management, line clearance and electric utility line construction.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amy Townsend
President & COO of The Townsend Corp, CEO of Townsend Tree Service and CEO of N.G. Gilbert Services
J. Michael McClure
Chief Financial Officer
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