Manager, Procurement

Clearway Energy Group; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision care

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is seeking a Manager, Procurement to lead commercial negotiations for O&M contracts and service agreements in support of wind, solar, and battery storage projects.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of contracting experience. The selected candidate will work closely with stakeholders to negotiate contracts aligned with Clearway's commercial objectives.

Benefits include generous PTO, medical care, 401(k) matching, and more.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of O&M or asset management contracting experience.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial negotiations for O&M contracts and service agreements.
• Maximize the value of existing O&M agreements through collaboration.
• Create and maintain relationships with suppliers for ongoing projects.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply chain management, or procurement

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP S4 HANA

SAP Ariba

Job description

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Director, Operations Procurement, the Manager, Procurement is responsible for leading commercial negotiations for O&M contracts and service agreements in support of Operations, Asset Management, and Development spanning Clearway’s pipeline of wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The O&M Procurement Manager will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to structure project agreements and amendments, serving as the principal interface responsible for negotiating contracts aligned with Clearway Energy’s commercial objectives within commercial and risk management guidelines.

This position will report to the Director, Operations Procurement, and can be based in Scottsdale, AZ, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Houston, TX, or Denver, CO. Our Scottsdale, AZ office is the preferred location.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop, evaluate, negotiate, execute, and manage a wide variety of operational and long-term service agreement contracts
• Maximize the value of existing O&M agreements through close collaboration with Procurement, Asset Management, and Operations departments
• Lead a team of three (3) sourcing specialists dedicated to supporting operational scopes and transactions
• Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and serve as the singular point of contact for matters concerning contracts for Clearway’s portfolio of operating wind, solar, and battery storage projects
• Maintain records of correspondence and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress
• Communicate and present information and sourcing recommendations to stakeholders about all contract-related matters
• Assist stakeholders with contract interpretation and support escalation of key contractual terms internally and externally
• Manage relationships with key vendors and suppliers performing under long-term service agreements
• Monitor contracts and move forward with close-out, extension, or renewal of key operating agreements
• Resolve any contract-related problems that arise externally and internally
• Ensure the organization’s internal contract documents are accurate and well-maintained
• Provide active support and inputs on new potential business opportunities with new long-term service agreement providers
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and devise plans to implement these changes with key stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain management, or procurement
• Three (3) or more years of O&M or asset management contracting experience
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the business and industry, and a solid understanding of legal concepts
• Comfortable working as part of a cross‑functional team
• People‑management or related leadership experience
• Possesses a strong attention to detail, superior organizational skills, and agility to manage multiple projects with shifting timelines
• Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of common programs such as Microsoft Office
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, logic, and reason in resolving conflicts and solving business problems
• Capable of comprehending the company’s risk appetite and ensuring contracts reflect such risk position

What Would Be Nice

• Energy industry experience – renewables (solar, wind, and energy storage)
• Strong analytical skills, including net present value (NPV) or internal rate of return (IRR) analyses
• SAP S4 HANA and/or SAP Ariba experience

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$105,000 — $145,000 USD

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision care
• Health FSAs, HSAs with company contributions
• Dependent daycare FSAs
• Commuter benefits
• Relocation
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Life & accident insurance
• Fertility programs
• Adoption assistance
• Generous parental leave

Notice to Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants: Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees.