Pre-Construction Procurement Manager (Remote)

Johnson Controls is looking for a dynamic person to lead a crucial relationship between our field offices and our supplier base! As a Pre-Construction Field Procurement Manager, you will be the main procurement contact for your assigned Regional offices partnering directly with our HVAC Controls Sales Organization to develop accurate installation cost models for our premier projects. You will lead the development of installation costing and the identification and selection of 3rd party subcontractors through supplier development, contract management, supplier relationships, price negotiations, working capital optimization and improved communication between the central procurement teams and the branch offices.

We'll need an organized individual with electrical or mechanical controls trade experience who will be able to develop, align, and implement several different supply chain strategies to deliver the most efficient methods for branch offices procure subcontract labor from suppliers to deliver the solutions we promise our customers. This individual will coordinate all operational procurement activities, utilizing the systems, processes and procedures governing the procurement of subcontract labor while ensuring compliance with BOS procedures and DoA requirements.

Key functions of this role include: Partnership with Sales during project development phase to own Subcon Installation pricing; Determine Subcon Strategy; Review total Project SOW, qualify and clarify Subcon requirements; Utilize Estimating Tools to develop baseline Subcon Installation Pricing; Source all 3rd Party Sub Quotes; Review Customer documents to ensure adequate provisions are in JCI contract to Subcontractors; Develop, Host, Review all RFPs; Establishes and maintains effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers.

Electrical industry equivalent experience or bachelor’s degree

Experience in building systems or operational processes.

Works effectively with sales as well as in team settings/displays leadership.

5-8 years as a project manager with estimating experience in the HVAC Controls construction or trades industry.

Procurement experience with a focus on construction and/or HVAC equipment and services with experience in cost analysis and strong financial knowledge.

Experience in design build construction and HVAC

Electrical industry / installation knowledge a plus. (i.e. Electrical Supervisor, Electrician, Estimator, etc.)