Senior CAPEX Procurement Specialist
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PM Group
Zebulon, NC, US
Summary
Lead procurement activities for complex capital projects, including sourcing strategy, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations. Partner with engineering and project management teams to manage supplier performance and project-related procurement risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Job Description
Overview
The Senior CAPEX Procurement Specialist position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group’s quickly growing Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team innear Zebulon, NC. Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) is an integral part of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. We have over 50 years’ industry experience, strong technical knowledge and integrated resources. Clients look to us to provide experienced technical professionals that complement their project teams. Together we are sharing knowledge, learning, growing and continuing to be an integral part of supporting PM Group’s ongoing expansion in the US.
The Senior CAPEX Procurement Specialist will support capital project delivery within a highly regulated manufacturing environment in Eastern North Carolina. This individual will work closely with engineering, project management, operations, finance and key project stakeholders to lead procurement activities for capital projects and specialized manufacturing equipment. The role will support projects from early requirements and sourcing strategy through supplier selection, contracting, equipment delivery and project execution.
PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centered on our people, our clients and trade partners.
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement activities for complex capital projects, including design/construction services, equipment packages and supporting project services.
- Develop sourcing and procurement strategies based on project requirements, schedule, cost, supplier capability and risk.
- Manage RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, bid evaluations, commercial negotiations, supplier selection and contract award.
- Partner closely with Engineering and Project Management teams throughout the capital project lifecycle.
- Negotiate commercial terms, Master Service Agreements, framework agreements and other supplier contracts.
- Evaluate and qualify suppliers based on technical capability, commercial competitiveness, quality and project requirements.
- Manage supplier performance, commercial issues, change management and project-related procurement risks.
- Perform spend analysis, market assessments, benchmarking and cost evaluations to identify savings and cost-avoidance opportunities.
- Support procurement planning from initial project requirements through equipment delivery, installation, startup and commissioning.
- Maintain clear reporting on sourcing activity, supplier status, project milestones, savings and procurement risks.
- Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external engineering, construction, equipment and service providers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or a related discipline.
- Approximately 8–10+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing or category management experience, with significant exposure to capital projects.
- Demonstrated experience procuring capital equipment, engineering services, construction-related services or complex technical packages.
- Experience supporting projects within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, food/beverage, advanced manufacturing or another regulated industrial environment preferred.
- Strong understanding of the capital project lifecycle and how procurement integrates with engineering, project management and construction activities.
- Experience managing RFx processes, commercial evaluations, supplier negotiations and contract development.
- Familiarity with MSAs, SLAs, framework agreements and project-specific commercial terms.
- Strong supplier management, stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.
- Comfortable operating independently in a fast-moving, matrixed project environment.
- Ability to travel to project and supplier locations as required.
What We're Looking For
The strongest candidates will combine traditional strategic procurement experience with a practical understanding of how major capital projects are designed, purchased and executed. Experience working directly with engineers, project managers, equipment suppliers, A&E firms and construction partners is particularly valuable.
This is an opportunity to support significant capital investment programs while working as part of PM Group's Owner's Technical Services team across the project lifecycle.
All of your information is confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2026 business strategy. Click here to read more in our 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance Report.
Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.
PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.
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At PM Group, our vision is to enable a world where science and technology transform lives. Powered by exceptional people, digital technology and innovation, we deliver next generation facilities clients count on and society depends on.
Employee owned, we work across Europe, the UK, Asia and the USA. Our team of 4,000+ people specialise in the design, construction and commissioning of high-tech facilities. Over 50+ years, we’ve built our expertise working for the world's leading pharma, data centres, food and medical technology companies. We also have an excellent track record in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.
To excel at the complex work we do, we always seek to understand our clients' needs. At every level of our business you will see a culture of honesty, openness and flexibility.
Learn more about PM Group : www.pmgroup-global.com
In 2023, we were delighted to welcome Milestone to PM Group. Milestone is a dynamic automation and digital systems consultancy. The Company provides world-leading services to the Life Sciences and FMCG sectors. With 160+ experts, Milestone has extensive experience covering lean analysis, process optimisation, system integration, equipment automation, MES solutions, manufacturing intelligence and project management.
To find out more about Milestone, visit : www.mile.ie
(disclaimer and legal information can be found at: www.pmgroup-global.com)
Founded
1973
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Dublin
At PM Group, our vision is to enable a world where science and technology transform lives. Powered by exceptional people, digital technology and innovation, we deliver next generation facilities clients count on and society depends on.
Employee owned, we work across Europe, the UK, Asia and the USA. Our team of 4,000+ people specialise in the design, construction and commissioning of high-tech facilities. Over 50+ years, we’ve built our expertise working for the world's leading pharma, data centres, food and medical technology companies. We also have an excellent track record in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.
To excel at the complex work we do, we always seek to understand our clients' needs. At every level of our business you will see a culture of honesty, openness and flexibility.
Learn more about PM Group : www.pmgroup-global.com
In 2023, we were delighted to welcome Milestone to PM Group. Milestone is a dynamic automation and digital systems consultancy. The Company provides world-leading services to the Life Sciences and FMCG sectors. With 160+ experts, Milestone has extensive experience covering lean analysis, process optimisation, system integration, equipment automation, MES solutions, manufacturing intelligence and project management.
To find out more about Milestone, visit : www.mile.ie
(disclaimer and legal information can be found at: www.pmgroup-global.com)
Founded
1973
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Dublin