Harris Teeter · 5 days ago
Equipment Procurement Supervisor
Matthews, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$58K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expHarris Teeter is a grocery store chain seeking a Supervisor of Equipment Procurement & Coordination to lead the equipment procurement function within the Store Development Department. The role involves overseeing procurement processes, managing a team, and ensuring efficient operations aligned with company standards.
E-CommerceFood and BeverageGroceryPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and mentor Equipment Procurement Coordinators and Equipment & Construction Financial Administrator to ensure efficient performance and adherence to company policies and procedures
Oversee all aspects of equipment procurement, from specification review through purchase order completion and delivery coordination
Establish and manage departmental performance metrics to track accuracy, timeliness, and budget compliance
Develop and implement standardized procurement processes to drive consistency across all store and fuel projects
Review and approve capital PRs (Purchase Requests) and POs (Purchase Orders) for equipment purchases exceeding designated financial thresholds
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and Construction leadership to ensure proper capital documentation, cost tracking, and budget alignment
Serve as the primary liaison between the company and equipment vendors, ensuring strong vendor relationships, favorable pricing, and on-time deliveries
Work closely with design firms and internal project management teams to verify equipment specifications and blueprint alignment
Work with vendors to identify/develop new fixtures and equipment to be used in our stores to satisfy Operations, Merchandising, Food Safety, and Asset Protection guidelines to ensure procurement needs are met
Negotiate vendor contracts, pricing, and terms where applicable, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with corporate procurement guidelines
Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely ordering and delivery of all equipment for new store builds, remodels, and fuel centers
Oversee scheduling and logistics to minimize delays and resolve equipment-related issues during construction
Ensure Coupa and Oracle systems are accurately maintained, including invoice approvals, PO closures, and project reconciliation
Identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, reduce lead times, and enhance data accuracy
Develop reporting tools and dashboards for leadership visibility into procurement activity, budget variances, and project cost summaries
Support strategic sourcing initiatives and contribute to long-term capital planning
Support related functions and teammates throughout the Real Estate, Construction, and Maintenance team as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or related field; and 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years in a leadership or supervisory role
Strong understanding of grocery store and fuel center equipment, procurement, and construction processes
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical specifications, and architectural documents
Exceptional organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Adobe Acrobat, and procurement systems (Coupa, Oracle)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Preferred
Experience with large-scale, multi-site retail or grocery construction programs
Working knowledge of construction accounting and capital planning practices
Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives within a dynamic environment
Company
Harris Teeter
The dedication to our shoppers dates back to 1960 when our company was formed through the merger of two regional grocery stores committed
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2013-07-09Acquired
Leadership Team
W
William Thomas Harris
founder
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Willis L. Teeter
Founder
Recent News
2025-11-10
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