Purchasing Supervisor

Dashiell • Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com. Job Title: Purchasing Supervisor Job Location: 12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034 Primary Function : The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating day-to-day purchasing activities in support of high-voltage substation EPC projects. This role oversees a team of Buyers and Purchasing Administrators, ensuring the timely, compliant, and cost-effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services critical to substation construction and upgrades. The Purchasing Supervisor partners closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, and Field Operations to align procurement activities with project schedules, technical requirements, and execution needs across multiple project sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in EPC, construction, or industrial environments
• Prior experience supervising or leading buyers and/or purchasing support staff
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and procurement controls
• Experience working with ERP or procurement systems
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting high-voltage substation or electrical infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of long-lead substation equipment and materials
• Familiarity with construction schedules, project controls, and expediting practices
• Professional supply chain certification (e.g., CPSM, CPM)

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Supervision
• Supervise, coach, and support a team of Buyers and Purchasing Administrators supporting substation projects
• Assign workloads, set priorities, and monitor performance to meet project schedules and milestones
• Provide training and guidance on purchasing procedures, systems, and substation-specific materials and equipment
• Support employee development, performance management, and succession planning in coordination with the Purchasing Director
• Purchasing & Procurement Operations
• Oversee daily purchasing activities for substation EPC projects, including major equipment, materials, and subcontracted services
• Ensure purchase orders are issued accurately, timely, and in accordance with approved budgets, specifications, and schedules
• Monitor open orders, expedite long-lead substation equipment, and resolve delivery, quality, or documentation issues
• Support competitive bidding, supplier selection, and pricing negotiations as required
• Supplier & Stakeholder Coordination
• Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers on operational purchasing matters related to substation projects
• Coordinate with Engineering to confirm technical specifications, drawings, and material requirements
• Partner with Project Management and Construction teams to align procurement activities with construction sequencing and site needs
• Escalate supply chain risks, schedule impacts, or cost concerns to the Purchasing Director
• Compliance & Controls
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, approval authorities, contract terms, and client requirements
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and audit trails
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities
• Promote ethical sourcing and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards applicable to substation work
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement
• Track and report purchasing metrics such as cycle time, on-time delivery, supplier performance, and expediting status
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, cost control, and service levels
• Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of procurement systems, tools, and standard work practices
• Other position related duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee.
• Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees