Buyer

Provide core procurement management for Services-based spend to achieve budget objectives, supplier diversity goals, and on‑time service delivery. This role partners closely with business units to manage service contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and service providers, with a focus on total cost of ownership, performance outcomes, and risk management. This role is service‑oriented and not focused on commodities or materials procurement. Candidates must have demonstrated experience procuring and managing services rather than physical goods.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent the company in service supplier relationships, including negotiations of SOWs, master service agreements (MSAs), commercial terms, and ongoing contract administrationManage total cost of ownership for services, including labor models, performance metrics, service outcomes, and risk—not just acquisition costSupport Supply Chain leaders, Strategic Category Managers, and business unit partners in developing and executing services procurement strategiesProvide mentoring and direction to procurement staff related to services sourcing, service contracts, and service governanceProvide day-to-day procurement operations for service engagements, including preparing recommendations, securing approvals, managing contract changes, and issuing service-related change ordersSupport contract strategies established by Strategic Category Managers and cross-functional teams, with a primary focus on services categoriesWrite, review, and negotiate service agreements, including SOWs, SLAs, amendments, and renewalsInterface with Contract Administration, Legal, and Risk Management to ensure service contracts comply with applicable terms, conditions, and risk requirementsEvaluate supplier/service provider performance and support continuous improvement initiatives Respond to urgent or critical service needs and perform expediting functions, as requiredWork with Business Units, Suppliers, and Accounts Payable to facilitate invoice resolution and service-related dispute resolutionSupport DTE and Supply Chain Management goals, metrics, policies, and proceduresUnderstands and supports SPM processes and objectivesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degreeMinimum 3 years of experience in supply chain or procurement, with demonstrated focus on Services procurementPreferred QualificationsDegree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or EconomicsPrior procurement experience supporting service-intensive environments, such as: Professional services, EPC or contractor services, engineering, construction, or maintenance servicesManaged or labor-based service contractsExperience supporting Solar or Renewable Energy services (e.g., EPCs, construction services, O&M services)Yellow / Green / Black Belt certificationWhat’s in it for you? Get your foot in the door with one of the most respected and fastest-growing companies in the United States!Brooksource offers competitive Health & Dental Benefit plans, Weekly Pay Checks while on contract, 6 paid Holidays, and 401K Eligibility.About Eight Eleven GroupBrooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.