What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Executive position at The Townsend Corporation?
Job Title:
Procurement Executive
Division:
Townsend Tree Service
Function:
Reports To:
Manager
Discipline:
Pay Type:
Career Band:
(M) – Supervisory/Management
Job Type:
EEO Group:
First/Mid-Level Officials & Managers
Effective:
12/1/2025
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Executive with exceptional analytical ability and advanced negotiating tactics to support strategic asset purchases across the transportation, vegetation management, and utility sectors. This role requires a results-driven professional capable of managing complex contract negotiations with both customers and vendors, optimizing asset acquisition strategies, and ensuring operational efficiency through high-value procurement practices.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Asset Procurement & Strategy
- Lead end-to-end procurement of assets such as fleet vehicles, specialized equipment, vegetation management machinery, and utility-related operational tools.
- Analyze asset lifecycle costs, performance metrics, and market trends to inform purchasing decisions.
- Develop procurement strategies that reduce cost, improve service levels, and support long-term organizational growth.
- Evaluate and improve asset utilization through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration.
Contract Negotiation & Relationship Management
- Drive negotiation of high-value contracts with both vendors (OEMs, distributors, service providers) and customers (contract clients, strategic partners).
- Establish contract terms that maximize value, mitigate risk, and align with budget and operational requirements.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, reliable supply, and favorable service agreements.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and compliance teams to finalize contract terms.
Financial & Market Analysis
- Conduct rigorous financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI assessments for all major procurement decisions.
- Track market fluctuations in transportation, vegetation management, and utility-sector equipment to inform timing and strategy.
- Develop analytics dashboards, forecasting models, and spend reports to support executive decision-making.
Operational Excellence
- Implement procurement best practices, including competitive bidding, supplier scorecards, and category-management strategies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and internal procurement policies.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in procurement workflow, cost control, and vendor performance.
- Duties may or may not be subject to change
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or CPSM/CSCP certification preferred.
Skills and Competencies
- 5 years of procurement experience, ideally within transportation, vegetation management, utilities, or heavy-equipment sectors.
- Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts with both suppliers and customers.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Expertise in asset purchasing, capital equipment sourcing, or fleet procurement highly preferred.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations.
- 18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Meet all physical requirements of the position.
Preferred
- Advanced negotiation training or certification.
- Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, or spend-analytics platforms.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards related to transportation and utility operations.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
This role is based in an office environment with occasional remote work flexibility. The position may require
limited travel.
This position is ideal for a procurement professional who thrives in fast-paced, asset-intensive industries and excels at combining data-driven analysis with persuasive negotiation. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s asset portfolio, optimizing costs, and supporting long-term operational success.
This job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this position. The Townsend Company and its family of companies reserve the right to modify job responsibilities, duties, or schedules as needed to meet business or operational requirements. Accommodation requests will be made as necessary to support individuals with disabilities.
Additionally, this position is subject to pre-employment screening, which may include drug testing and a background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Townsend Company and its family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.