Location: Houston

Department: DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Commodity Buyer – Electrical & Mechanical Components is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers for critical parts and assemblies that support Integra’s operations. This role requires expertise in commodity strategies for both electrical systems (e.g., cables, connectors, switchgear) and mechanical components (e.g., sheet metal, fabricated parts, fasteners, enclosures), along with strong supplier relationship management and market intelligence skills. The Commodity Buyer will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives, ensuring a high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable supply base.

What you will do?

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for electrical components including cables, connectors, circuit breakers, switchgear, wiring harnesses, and control systems.
• Develop and execute commodity strategies for mechanical components including machined parts, fabricated assemblies, metal enclosures, fasteners, and structural components.
• Identify, qualify, and manage a competitive supplier base, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conduct supplier negotiations for pricing, terms, and long-term agreements.
• Lead supplier performance management through KPIs, scorecards, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
• Monitor and analyze commodity markets to identify cost drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering to source new components for product introductions and design changes, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate supplier capacity, technology, and financial stability to support scalability and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Ensure purchase orders are placed on time to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Resolve supply issues, expedite orders when required, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Support production and quality teams with supplier issue resolution (e.g., NCRs, RCCA).
• Partner with engineering to ensure electrical and mechanical components meet technical and compliance requirements.
• Work with quality to maintain supplier certifications and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Coordinate with planning and operations to align sourcing decisions with SIOP and inventory strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in commodity buying electrical and/or mechanical components.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint experience preferred).
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical manufacturing standards, specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Ability to travel domestically as needed (10–20%).
• Strategic thinker with ability to execute tactically

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Deltek Costpoint

How we support you

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact talent_acquisition@integra.com