Patterson-UTI · 9 hours ago
Sr. Procurement Specialist (Electrical Equipment and Components)
Patterson-UTI is a company specializing in energy services, and they are seeking a Sr. Procurement Specialist to lead procurement activities for complex electrical equipment packages. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing procurement processes, and ensuring technical specifications are met.
Oil & Energy
Responsibilities
Lead procurement activities for complex electrical equipment packages, including switchgear, VFDs/drives, MCCs, power distribution lineups, and associated controls
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules with strategic suppliers to optimize total cost of ownership and mitigate schedule risk
Serve as a technical procurement subject matter expert, evaluating electrical equipment specifications, cross-compatibility between manufacturers, and substitution options in coordination with Project Engineers
Review and validate technical requirements on purchase orders to ensure alignment with engineering drawings, project specifications, and applicable standards
Track, document, and report procurement status for active projects, including delivery timelines, long-lead items, and cost performance
Actively manage supplier performance, including expediting critical materials, resolving quality issues, and supporting warranty and claim resolution
Support inventory planning and spare parts strategies for electrical equipment and power systems
Provide input into capital expenditure planning, cost forecasts, and procurement risk assessments
Track and document all approved purchases for current projects, analyze procurement costs, and identify opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements
Communicate procurement updates through clear written and verbal reports, including delivery schedules and material status
Support inventory control processes and assist with compliance reviews
Ensure purchased products and services meet purchase order requirements and technical specifications
Manage spare parts procurement, including quoting, supplier coordination, and delivery tracking
Facilitate vendor warranty claims. Assist with the preparation of purchasing and capital expenditure reports, including cost-benefit and payback analyses
Assist with the ordering of ad hoc office supplies and other non-project materials as instructed
Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical equipment and components
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications
Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office software; comfort working with cost models and technical documentation
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Willingness to safely navigate industrial and field environments while using appropriate PPE
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 5 years of procurement or purchasing experience, with at least 3 years focused on electrical equipment or power systems
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Electrical Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Experience supporting EPC, industrial power, drilling, or energy-related projects
Familiarity with procurement of integrated electrical systems and long-lead capital equipment
Experience improving or implementing procurement processes, supplier frameworks, or inventory strategies
Company
Patterson-UTI
Patterson-UTI is a leading provider of drilling and completion services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States and other select countries, including contract drilling services, integrated well completion services and directional drilling services in the United States, and specialized bit solutions in the United States, Middle East and many other regions around the world.