Careers

At SOS Retail Services, we are leaders in the construction industry and provide retailers with a variety of design, construction, and project management services. Our innovative and collaborative approach to construction gives our clients the services they need.

We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager to join our team in the Franklin, TN office. We operate in a fast-moving environment where flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks keeps things interesting! The Procurement department is a critical area of our business. When the department excels, it makes a significant impact on the company and positively affects our reputation with our customers.

Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a desire for learning and take the initiative to finish all assigned tasks within deadlines. We value passionate, down to earth “can do” people who enjoy fine-tuning small details without losing sight of the big picture. We hire team members who are meticulous and reliable with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What you will be doing:

·       Source and procure all construction related material and equipment for multi-million-dollar programs while remaining on schedule and within budget.

·       Manage all aspects of procurement; bidding, negotiating, ordering, as well as transportation and receiving.

·       Manage and train all members of the Procurement Department, ensuring success with proper procurement procedures and company processes.

·       Maintain ordering forms for all clients including master lists with confidential pricing.

·       Review and approve all specialized equipment orders.

·       Read and interpret construction plans and CAD drawings necessary for proper order take-offs.

·       Continually revise equipment orders and budgets to keep in sync with current plans and scope of remodel.

·       Ensure all material meets customer specifications and is being procured at the most competitive prices.

·       Monitor and track against all equipment related issues.

What we’re looking for:

·       Bachelor’s degree required.

·       3-5 years of Procurement or Logistics experience required.   

·       Minimum of 2 years of construction experience preferred.

·       Ability to read and interpret construction plans necessary for equipment take-offs.  Experience in Bluebeam and CAD are a plus.

·       Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.

·       Retail/or Convenience Store experience strongly preferred.

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

·       Strong organization and time management skills.

·       Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

·       Ability to work in a team environment.

·       Acute attention to detail.