Procurement Specialist

Join a Company That Grows Peopl e

At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future.

Why You’ll Love It Here

- Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions!

- Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!

- Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a Procurement Specialist

As a Procurement Specialist At Lewis Services, You’ll

- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and delivery performance

- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent supply and favorable terms

- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements to maximize organizational value

- Manage procurement activities for direct materials and issue purchase orders per company policy

- Monitor order status to ensure timely delivery of goods and services

- Analyze procurement data using Excel and Power BI to inform decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities

- Track and analyze procurement costs to identify savings and efficiency improvements

- Lead cost-saving and productivity initiatives aligned with business goals

- Assist in budgeting and forecasting for procurement-related expenses

- Utilize JD Edwards for procurement and inventory management

- Manage and maintain accurate parts and pricing information in JD Edwards

- Support the bidding process by coordinating and gathering data across departments

- Coordinate logistics and vendor support for storm response, including lodging and supplier needs

- Identify and maintain relationships with diverse spend vendors to support enterprise procurement goals

- Collaborate across departments and regions to align on project objectives and priorities

- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks such as delays, shortages, and vendor non-compliance

- Demonstrate a strong work ethic, accuracy, and attention to detail in all procurement documentation

- Support the Director of Supply Chain and PMO on special projects as needed

Qualifications

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

- 2–3 years of proven experience as a Buyer, Procurement, or Sourcing Specialist—preferably within vegetation management or asset-intensive industries

- Strong Excel skills with demonstrated ability to analyze data and generate reports

- Experience with JD Edwards or similar procurement/inventory systems

- Familiarity with Power BI, including creating visualizations and analyzing data

- Excellent negotiation skills and ability to maintain supplier relationships

- Understanding of BOM and its relationship to vegetation management procurement

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

- Experience supporting multi-component office or field project purchases

- Knowledge of utility services, fleet, or vegetation management operations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Effective written and verbal communication skills

- Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

- Collaborative, adaptable, and process improvement–minded

- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build internal and external networks

Tools & Equipment

You’ll Use

- Computers, phones, scanners, copiers, and other standard office equipment

- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

- JD Edwards and Power BI for data management and visualization

Physical Demands

Ability To

- Sit, stand, walk, reach, and perform repetitive keystrokes regularly

- Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb stairs, and lift/move up to 25 lbs.

- Travel regularly, including overnight stays via ground or air

Continuously

– Sitting, communicating, using computers

Frequently

– Walking, driving

Occasionally

– Climbing, lifting, kneeling

Rarely

– Exposure to temperature extremes

Never

– Confined spaces

Environmental Conditions

Regularly – Office environment

Occasionally – Outdoor exposure, temperature extremes

Rarely – Hazardous materials

Never – Confined spaces

What We Offer

Non-Union Benefits:

- Competitive pay: $66,400 – $87,400

- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

- Health, dental, vision & HSA options

- 401(k) + company match

- Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Paid training and career development

Our DEI Commitment

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences among us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.