Project Procurement Manager

Ecolab

Project Procurement Manager leading sourcing, supplier performance, budgets, and risk mitigation for Ecolab’s industrial water technology projects. Coordinating Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and Supply Chain to deliver materials on time.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timePlano • Minnesota, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing strategy, supplier selection, and contract management, while ensuring alignment with project timelines and budgets. Proven ability to drive cost savings and manage supplier performance in complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

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Procurement ManagementSupplier ManagementContract ManagementNegotiation SkillsERP Systems Proficiency

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSourcingProject ManagementCost SavingsSupplier EvaluationBudget ManagementRisk MitigationProcess ImprovementTechnical SpecificationsQuality Requirements

Soft Skills

NegotiationCollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SAPOracleMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Industrial ProcurementEngineered-to-OrderCross-Functional TeamsMulticultural TeamsSupplier Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end procurement activities for assigned projects, including sourcing strategy, supplier selection, negotiation, contract execution, and delivery management
Align procurement execution with project schedules, ensuring critical milestones and long-lead items are delivered on time
Serve as the primary procurement point of contact within project teams
Partner with Engineering to define technical specifications and evaluate supplier capabilities
Collaborate with Project Managers to align procurement plans with project timelines and deliverables
Coordinate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless execution and delivery
Manage project procurement budgets, spend monitoring, and forecast accuracy
Drive cost savings through competitive sourcing, negotiation, and value engineering
Identify and mitigate cost risks to protect project margins
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers
Manage supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery metrics
Resolve supplier issues and escalate risks to ensure project continuity
Identify procurement and supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies
Maintain visibility into procurement status, risks, and recovery plans
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual standards, and quality requirements
Implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness
Capture lessons learned and contribute to knowledge sharing across projects
Support supplier development and long-term capability building

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or project management, preferably within industrial or engineered-to-order environments
Demonstrated experience managing procurement for complex, multi-disciplinary projects
Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Experience working within cross-functional and multicultural teams
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Auto insurance
Home insurance
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
Short-term and long-term disability
401k
Pension plans
Retirement health care benefits
Short-term incentives
Vacation (12 days)
Holidays
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
Discount on day care services and caregiver services
Adoption assistance
Group legal services
Employee assistance program
Employee discount program
Education assistance program
On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations
Reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request