Director of Procurement, Renewables & Contracts

Leeward Renewable Energy; Texas; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) is transforming the American energy landscape through wind, solar and storage projects. The Director of Procurement will lead an integrated sourcing strategy, oversee large capital and EPC contracts, and work with Legal, Pre-Construction, and Operations to optimize cost, schedule, and risk across a multi‑billion-dollar program.

The role requires building a high-performing procurement organization, managing relationships with manufacturers and suppliers, and

Qualifications

• BS degree from an accredited university; an advanced degree is desirable.
• 10+ years in procurement and contract negotiations for power generation facilities and/or transmission/electrical systems; renewable experience preferred; 2+ years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with major equipment manufacturers and service suppliers including PV modules, wind, BESS, HV equipment, and EPC contractors.
• Support Pre-Construction and Legal teams to engage EPC Contractors in renewables.
• Oversee procurement for 30+ operating facilities using Maximo to manage work and inventory levels.
• Negotiate corporate contracts and ensure alignment with project budgets and stakeholders.
• Implement corporate processes to measure vendor performance and monitor risk exposure.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Vendor management

Leadership

Contract drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS degree (Engineering/Business)

Tools

Maximo

Job description

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging anAmerican energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own andoperateover30utility-scalewind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling4gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year.Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Job Summary:

The Director of Procurement (M5) is responsible for leading and executing LRE’s procurement strategy across four core areas: (i) supporting execution projects through the structuring, negotiation, and administration of major equipment supply agreementsand EPCcontracts; (ii) supporting the Company’s growing operating fleet through disciplined, cost-effective purchasing and vendor management; (iii) overseeing corporate procurement to drive cost savings through vendor consolidation, strategic sourcing, and negotiated rate structures; and (iv) managing approximately$1.5 billionof Owner Supplied Equipment, including allocation to projects, drawdown planning, and disposition through third-party sales of equipment not designated for use.

This role will build, lead, andoptimizea high-performing procurement organization, including developing existing team members, and will work closely with Pre-Construction and Project Management and Operations teams to align equipment strategy with project design, schedule,costs, andlogistics.

The Director will also lead the development and implementation of enhanced procurement processes and controls to ensure commercial integrity, risk management, and consistent execution across the enterprise. This position manages the procurement function for all Leeward business units.

Essential Functions:

• Develop andmaintaincontacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers andservicesuppliersincludingbut not limited toPV Modules, Wind Turbine, BESS,High Voltage Equipmentand EPC Contractorsto best position LRE amongst a competitive landscape.

• Support Pre-Constructionand Legalteams to develop andmaintaincontacts andrelationshipswithEPC Contractors in the renewable energy industry

• SupportOperationsthroughtimelyand quality contractingfor 30+ operatingrenewable facilities using Maximo tomanagekey work andinventory levels

• Negotiate and maintainCorporatecontracts in alignment with department stakeholders

• Ensurecompetitive bidsare obtainedfor purchase of capital equipmentas well asservice contracts andassurethe pricingis consistentwith establishedprojectbudgets.

• Direct the developmentand implementation ofacorporateprocess for measuring vendors and contractors’performance and monitoring risk exposure to the Company.

• Coordinate with LRE Legal teams to direct the development and implementation ofa consistent standard for “Contract Terms and Conditions” that includes meaningful penalties and liquidated damages for all procurement and construction contracts to assuretimelyand quality performance by contractors.

• Ensureallproject contractsmeet or exceedthe required design, schedule,cost,complianceandsafetyrequirementswithappropriateriskmitigation strategies.

• Coordinate with Legal and Strategy teams toprocureand manage assets in alignment with Company strategic initiatives related to Safe Harbor,IRAand PWA compliance.

• Coordinate with Finance & Treasury forspendand cashflow forecasting

• Lead the developmentofLRESupplier Code of Conduct andensurecomplianceis tracked andmeasuredinpartnership with cross department key stakeholders

• Maintainunderstanding of the market including currentpricing,commodity risks,and key terms and conditionsprovisions

• Manage and Report market trends, asset value, leadtimesand commodities quarterly

Qualifications:

• BSdegree from an accredited university. Anadvanced degreeisdesirable.

• Aminimum often(10+)yearsin procurement and contract negotiations applicable to the construction of power generation facilities and/or transmission or electrical systems, including a minimum of five (5) years procurement experience applicable to renewables, or related field,andtwo(2) years in a leadership role.

• Demonstratedcommercial acumenalongsideknowledge ofequipment and servicesupply contractsfor major infrastructure projectsand inherent contractual risks.

• Must be capable of working and interacting harmoniously with variousinternalfunctional groups and individuals andmaintainingeffective communication throughout the organization.

• Must have a successful record of dealing with and interacting withexternalcontractors,vendorsand project stakeholders.

• Must have a demonstrable sense of urgency when faced with important procurement issues thatimpactthe schedule and budgets of renewable projects.

• Able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced business environment.

• Ability to travelasrequiredto meet with service providers andcounterparties.

Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless ofrace, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.