Senior Manager, Procurement PV & BESS
RWE Clean Energy, LLC Functional area : Procurement Remuneration : Exempt
The Senior Manager, Procurement PV & BESS implements procurement category and contracts strategies for Solar & BESS Capital Equipment in support of RWE Clean Energy's business. Role Responsibilities :
- Solar & Energy Storage Category and Contract Management (with primary focus on PV Modules and Inverters) - implement and proactively manage equipment contract execution with comprehensive understanding of the market and regulatory environment
- Manage relationship with key suppliers, coordinate execution of PO calloffs under MSAs or standalone contracts
- Implement the Procurement strategy for tendering, evaluating and contracting Solar PV & Battery Energy Storage equipment to support the new build PV and energy storage projects
- Oversee the execution of procurement deliverables for multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring alignment with portfolio-level timelines, budgets, and risk tolerances
- Serve as the key interface between internal stakeholders for project procurement execution (Project Execution, Credit, Legal, AP, Logistics, Structured Finance, etc)
- Drive value by executing project procurement solutions and negotiating cost-savings
- Work closely with the Project Execution, Credit and Legal teams to execute procurement strategies for projects and assure Supply Chain activities are performed consistent with established schedules and budgets
- Resolve escalated supplier disputes or complex contract issues, guiding team members in developing resolution strategies while maintaining supplier relationships
- Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers and suppliers, and major contractors providing services to the renewable energy industry
- Ensure that policies, compliance rules and processes are properly implemented and observed
- Coordination skills to meet the needs of Development, Project Execution, and Energy Marketing (Partnering) to successfully construct solar farms and energy storage projects in North America
- Thorough understanding of the market and regulatory environment
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and respond quickly to changes in the build program
Job Requirements and Experiences :
Bachelor's Degree Minimum. Engineering or Business backgroundMinimum 8 years procurement work experience and a minimum of 5 years work experience in the renewable energy business with primary focus on solar PV and energy storageKnowledge of the procurement process and experience in negotiating large power generation equipment contracts. Logistics experience is an upsideStrong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationshipsProactive mindset for problem solving and risk mitigationDemonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables spaceExcellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and TeamsStrong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlinesStrong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverablesAbility to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a teamMotivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilitiesProven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgroundsResponds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachableIs detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business conceptsThis position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locationsMust be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of timeApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.Pay range : The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $126,000 - $175,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.
Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.
Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE's energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).