Director of Procurement

Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare.

At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.

Intermountain Electric Inc. (IME) is seeking a Director of Procurement to join their growing team! 

• Do you have the desire, skills, and proven strategy to be part of a winning team?
• Do you love the challenge of finding unique solutions for complex projects?
• Does the idea of growth and expansion motivate you?
• Are you a team player who is ready to take on the responsibility of a prime role in a growing company?

Then come join us at IME’s Headquarters in beautiful Colorado – one of the most sought-after locations in the U.S. The beautiful mountains, skiing, hiking, and adventure are only part of Colorado’s allure. It is also home to many craft breweries, award-winning restaurants, a cultural downtown scene and annual events and festivals.  

The Director of Procurement is a key member of IME’s leadership team. They will be responsible for overseeing and driving sourcing initiatives across IME’s operations in Colorado, Nevada, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Texas. This role is accountable for purchasing strategies, vendor relationships, cost control, and inventory planning. A proactive analytical mindset, paired with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to operational excellence, will be essential to ensure all procurement efforts support and advance IME’s overall strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities: 

Procurement Strategy: Take charge of IME’s procurement strategy and operations, driving impact across all teams by partnering closely with internal stakeholders and vendors to fuel business growth. Design and execute forward-thinking procurement strategies that align with organizational priorities and ambitions. Provide leadership for collaboration and engagement with Preconstruction and Operations to leverage current and future buying needs. Spearhead the deployment of cutting-edge procurement tools and systems to streamline operations and scale IME’s business.

Leadership & Integrity: Inspire and empower a high-performing procurement team by championing a culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and mutual respect. Mentor and guide direct reports fostering a sense of ownership and cultivating a high-performance culture that reflects IME’s core values. Lead the sourcing and procurement activities for all major projects and operational needs.

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and elevate strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive exceptional performance in cost, quality, and delivery. Take the lead in high-impact contract negotiations. Proactively identify and manage vendor risks crafting forward-looking strategies to ensure reliability and seamless execution across the supply chain.

Vendor and Product Knowledge: Utilize comprehensive knowledge of critical vendors and products to drive procurement decisions that align with operational objectives. Continuously evaluate product availability and manufacturing capacity to anticipate potential supply challenges and proactively adjust strategies to ensure project execution.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Drive continuous improvement by developing and tracking procurement metrics and KPIs that spotlight performance and unlock growth potential. Deliver high-impact reporting to leadership, translating data into clear insights and recommendations to shape strategic decisions and accelerate results.

Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of electrical or construction materials, equipment, and supplier landscape.
• Proven track record of achieving significant cost savings and value creation through strategic  initiatives
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships and contracts
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Demonstrated accomplishments in the following areas: 

• Demonstrated experience developing an organizational procurement strategy focused on spending optimization, operational excellence and supplier partnerships.
• Gathering and analyzing data to drive decision making.
• Proficient with ERP and procurement software (e.g., Procure, Viewpoint, SAP, Sage).

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management or similar required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement leadership, preferably within construction or electrical contracting.

Working Conditions: 

The majority of the time you will work in a typical office environment.  Occasionally, you may travel to a construction job site. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space.  You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day. 

Benefits Overview: 

IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package.  Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire.  In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k.  

Salary Range: $130,000 – 172,500

 *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.* 

Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US. 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required. 

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

IME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position.   

IME strives to provide a safe work environment for its employees. Under applicable laws and regulations, IME conducts background checks on all final candidates. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.