Benefits:

What isaProcurement Supervisor?

The Procurement Supervisor leads and oversees the Buyers within the Purchasing Department, ensuring the efficient acquisition of materials and services whilemaintainingoptimalinventory investment and service levels. Key responsibilities include managing stock inventory levels, fostering collaborative relationships, and supporting engagement across internal and external stakeholder groups, including Electric and Gas Operations, Engineering, Storerooms, and third-party suppliers.

This position provides strategic direction and guidance for procurement and inventory management activities to ensure operational requirements are met in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The Procurement Supervisoris responsible fordriving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting supplier performance, and aligning purchasing strategies with organizationalobjectivesto maximize value andmaintainsupply chain reliability.

What doesaProcurement Supervisordo?

• Leads, develops, and managesthe Buyer team, including recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations to support employee growth and departmental success.

• Establishesandmaintainsconsistent expectations, processes, and operating standards for Buyers, ensuring effective inventory optimization, adherence to work schedules and workplace requirements, operational consistency, andhigh levelsof individual and team performance.

• Servesas the primary backup to the Manager of Procurement and Stores, supporting the execution of procurement, inventory, supplier management, and operational initiatives while ensuring business continuity and service reliability.

• Collaborateswith other departments such as finance, legal, operations, and storerooms to ensure alignment of procurement activities with the broader organizational goals andobjectives.

• Overseesthe purchasing process, includingmaintainingoptimalinventory levels and effective engagement with Operations, Engineering, and Stores Departments.

• Monitorsand tracksprocurement metrics, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and order fill rates. Prepare and present monthly KPI reports and dashboards to communicate procurement performance.

• Buildsand maintainsstrong relationships with suppliers and service providers. The Procurement Supervisor fosters positive relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration, negotiate favorable terms, and address any issues that may arise.

• Seeksa robust, diverse, and sustainable pool of vendors and contractors to support company operations.

• Provide support during emergencies or storms by preparing necessary checklists and procuring essential supplies such as lodging, meals, water, dry ice, and fuels.

• Representsthe company in the Fortis Supply Chain Group andparticipatesin relevant industry groups and/or supply chain associations.

• Managesthe company's Corporate Credit Card (PCard) program, including conducting monthly audits and generating periodic reports.

• Developsprogram and system tools to improve work processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall productivity within the department.

• Reviewsandapprovesoutstanding vouchers to ensure timely and accurate payments.

• Providesassistancewith storeroom administration tasks when required.

• Ensures thatthePurchasing manuals and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to align with changing needs, enhance efficiency, and ensure compliance.

• Supports emergency storm restoration efforts

What does it take to beaProcurement Supervisor?

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant discipline. In lieu of abachelor2019s degree, anassociate2019s degreewith3+ years ofSupply Chain Managementexperience.Equivalent of education and experience may be considered

• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail

• Ability to read and understand Operation Work Plans and Engineering Specifications

• Exceptional analytical capability as well as excellent spreadsheet skills

• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

• Ability to analyze complex data, make informed decisions, and solve procurement-related challenges.

• Analytical approach with excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to market conditions and budget constraints

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of diverse professionals

• Demonstrated ethical behavior and integrity in dealing with sensitive information, financial matters, and supplier relationships

• Valid driver2019s license

Preferred:

• Bachelor2019s orMaster2019sdegree (inaforementioned fields)

• 10+ years of related experience

• Previouspersonnel management experience

• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD), or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) can beadvantageous

Applications will be accepted untilSeptember 17, 2026.