Director, Gas and Power

AES Corporation; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 183,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a Director, Strategic Sourcing – Gas and Power to establish and lead the gas and power categories within Strategic Sourcing. Reporting to the Vice President, you will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate strategic contracts, and ensure safe, timely supply of equipment for AES projects.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in gas and power, 5+ years leading a team, strong negotiations, and a broad supplier network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Procurement/Sourcing, Legal, Business, Administration or Engineering or other technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of gas and power-related experience.
• 5+ years managing a team.
• Strong negotiations skills with contract negotiation experience.
• Financial knowledge for cash-flow evaluation of a project (IRR, NPV).
• Experience with sourcing/procuring power plant equipment and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead gas-generation contracting efforts across AES' Renewables & Power businesses.
• Develop and negotiate strategic supply agreements and lead a team to ensure safe and timely supply of equipment.
• Establish and cultivate strategic relationships with equipment vendors and develop a robust purchasing strategy.
• Establish and maintain sourcing processes for new generation projects and major maintenance.
• Develop understanding of technology trends, energy market forces, and supplier road maps.
• Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Development teams to implement the unified strategy.
• Review PO claims and contracts for conformance; remediate defects and delivery problems.
• Define sourcing strategies including alternate sources, cost avoidance, and standardization.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Quickbase

ERP systems

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that’s not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven‑time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty‑first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We’re not just building a more sustainable future, we’re powering it.

AES is seeking a Director, Strategic Sourcing – Gas and Power to establish and lead the gas and power categories within the Strategic Sourcing function.

Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing, this position will be responsible for developing AES strategy around gas and fuel cell equipment purchasing to support the AES Renewables & Power business, leading contracting efforts with suppliers and collaborating with project teams to ensure the safe and timely supply of reliable equipment and services at optimal cost and quality to AES projects.

The ideal candidate will be capable of coordinating and collaborating with multiple teams across AES, be proactive in project team meetings, and take responsibility for ensuring the successful purchase of equipment to support our gas and power project pipeline. Prior experience in gas and fuel cell project development and/or construction, business development, and other areas of the gas and power sector strongly preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead gas-generation contracting efforts across AES' Renewables & Power businesses;
• develop and negotiate strategic supply agreements and lead a team to ensure safe and timely supply of equipment
• Establish and cultivate strategic relationships with equipment vendors and develop a robust purchasing strategy including preferred vendors, pricing, terms and conditions
• Establish and maintain best-in-class sourcing and procurement processes for new generation projects, major maintenance projects, and technology improvements to exploit the advantages of the global supply base
• Develop and maintain an understanding of technology trends, energy market forces, cost trends and supplier technology road maps
• Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Development teams to implement the unified strategy as defined to deliver equipment in a safe and timely manner
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to organizational policy and monitor and remediate defects and delivery problems with suppliers
• Work with project and procurement teams to define sourcing strategies, including the exploration of alternate sources of supply, consolidation of requirements and equipment across AES businesses, alternative solutions or technologies, cost avoidance, standardization, etc.
• Foster collaborative partnerships, internally and externally, to ensure achievement of Strategic Sourcing and AES company goals.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Procurement/Sourcing, Legal, Business, Administration or Engineering or other technical field from accredited entity.
• Minimum 10 years of gas and power-related experience
• 5+ years managing a team
• Strong negotiations skills with contract negotiation experience
• Financial knowledge for cash-flow evaluation of a project (cost of capital, IRR, NPV)
• Demonstrated success working to develop consensus from diverse opinions in a highly fluid and sometimes ambiguous multi-cultural environment
• Well-developed supplier network and ability to build and leverage strategic partnerships
• Knowledge and experience with sourcing/procuring power plant/utility equipment, services and construction
• Experience in developing Total Cost of Ownership and other business models
• Proficient with MS Office suite, Quickbase, and other software systems
• Experience in supplier qualification and supplier development

Benefits:

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $183,000 and $238,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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