About Prime
Established in 2004 PrimeControlsL.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor we offer comprehensive solutions supported by our sizeexpertise and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000 employees Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas Texasheadquartersand offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
Overview
What You Will Do
As a Procurement Manager you willestablishand lead a formal procurement function designed to support scalability governance and future MRP readiness. This role focuses on strategy process design and vendor frameworkdevelopmentnot day-to-day purchasing execution.
You will partner closely with Purchasing Operations Engineering Finance and Systems leadership to define procurement standards strengthen vendor models and align sourcing processes with long-term organizational growth.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
Procurement Strategy & Function Development
- Establish procurement as a formal business function with defined structure and operational framework
- Develop procurement policies standards and governance models
- Design scalable procurement processes aligned with future ERP and MRP initiatives
- Create documentation and workflows to ensure consistency and compliance
Vendor Strategy & Sourcing Models
- Adviseleadership on vendor strategy preferred supplier models and sourcing approaches
- Define vendor performance standards and governance expectations
- Develop reporting frameworks tomonitorvendor performance risk and compliance
- Provide data-driven recommendations to support cost control and continuous improvement
Materials Identification & Internal Standards
- Define internal standards foridentifyingandrepresentingmaterials independent of distributor part numbers
- Establish criteria for when to create new inventory items versus reuse existing ones
- Design processes that allow multiple vendor part numbers to map to a single internal inventory ID
- Partner with EngineeringPurchasing and Systems to ensure part definitions are based on manufacturer specifications and functional equivalence
- Reduce duplicate inventory items and improve inventory visibility and MRP readiness
Purchasing Enablement & Cross-Functional Alignment
- Support Purchasing by defining clear standards workflows and decision frameworks
- Clarify ownership and handoffs between Procurement and Purchasing
- Strengthenpurchasingeffectiveness whilemaintainingday-to-day buying responsibility within Purchasing
MRP & Systems Alignment
- Ensure procurement processes align with ERP and MRP system requirements
- Collaborate with Materials Governance and Systems teams on part data and sourcing alignment
- Identifyprocess or data gaps that couldimpactplanning accuracy
Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate current purchasing practices toidentifyinefficiencies orrisk
- Implement scalable improvements to strengthen governance and control
- Continuously refine procurement strategy as the organization evolves
What You Will Bring
The Basic
- Demonstrated experience building or leading a procurement or sourcing function
- Strong understanding of procurement strategy vendor management andpurchasingworkflows
- Experience designing cross-functional processes and governance models
- Ability to influence stakeholders across Operations Engineering Finance and Systems
- Strong analytical communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable operating in dynamic evolving environments
The Preferred
- Experience supporting ERP or MRP implementation initiatives
- Background in manufacturing engineering construction or project-driven environments
- Experience collaborating with established purchasing teams
- Familiarity with materials governance and inventory data management
Benefits
What We Offer
Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health Dental and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-sponsored events and team activities
Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by rolesat Prime Controls may involve moderate noise occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions and collaboration within office or project-based environments. Some roles may require extended periods of sitting standing or use of computer systems. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO
Prime Controls is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
About PrimeEstablished in 2004 PrimeControlsL.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor we offer comprehensive solutions supported by our sizeexpertise and extensive ...
About Prime
Established in 2004 PrimeControlsL.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor we offer comprehensive solutions supported by our sizeexpertise and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000 employees Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas Texasheadquartersand offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
Overview
What You Will Do
As a Procurement Manager you willestablishand lead a formal procurement function designed to support scalability governance and future MRP readiness. This role focuses on strategy process design and vendor frameworkdevelopmentnot day-to-day purchasing execution.
You will partner closely with Purchasing Operations Engineering Finance and Systems leadership to define procurement standards strengthen vendor models and align sourcing processes with long-term organizational growth.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
Procurement Strategy & Function Development
- Establish procurement as a formal business function with defined structure and operational framework
- Develop procurement policies standards and governance models
- Design scalable procurement processes aligned with future ERP and MRP initiatives
- Create documentation and workflows to ensure consistency and compliance
Vendor Strategy & Sourcing Models
- Adviseleadership on vendor strategy preferred supplier models and sourcing approaches
- Define vendor performance standards and governance expectations
- Develop reporting frameworks tomonitorvendor performance risk and compliance
- Provide data-driven recommendations to support cost control and continuous improvement
Materials Identification & Internal Standards
- Define internal standards foridentifyingandrepresentingmaterials independent of distributor part numbers
- Establish criteria for when to create new inventory items versus reuse existing ones
- Design processes that allow multiple vendor part numbers to map to a single internal inventory ID
- Partner with EngineeringPurchasing and Systems to ensure part definitions are based on manufacturer specifications and functional equivalence
- Reduce duplicate inventory items and improve inventory visibility and MRP readiness
Purchasing Enablement & Cross-Functional Alignment
- Support Purchasing by defining clear standards workflows and decision frameworks
- Clarify ownership and handoffs between Procurement and Purchasing
- Strengthenpurchasingeffectiveness whilemaintainingday-to-day buying responsibility within Purchasing
MRP & Systems Alignment
- Ensure procurement processes align with ERP and MRP system requirements
- Collaborate with Materials Governance and Systems teams on part data and sourcing alignment
- Identifyprocess or data gaps that couldimpactplanning accuracy
Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate current purchasing practices toidentifyinefficiencies orrisk
- Implement scalable improvements to strengthen governance and control
- Continuously refine procurement strategy as the organization evolves
What You Will Bring
The Basic
- Demonstrated experience building or leading a procurement or sourcing function
- Strong understanding of procurement strategy vendor management andpurchasingworkflows
- Experience designing cross-functional processes and governance models
- Ability to influence stakeholders across Operations Engineering Finance and Systems
- Strong analytical communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable operating in dynamic evolving environments
The Preferred
- Experience supporting ERP or MRP implementation initiatives
- Background in manufacturing engineering construction or project-driven environments
- Experience collaborating with established purchasing teams
- Familiarity with materials governance and inventory data management
Benefits
What We Offer
Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health Dental and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-sponsored events and team activities
Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by rolesat Prime Controls may involve moderate noise occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions and collaboration within office or project-based environments. Some roles may require extended periods of sitting standing or use of computer systems. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO
Prime Controls is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
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