Manager, Renewable Procurement (Energy Storage)

Invenergy LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC, based in Chicago, is seeking a Manager for Renewable Procurement. This role will focus on driving strategic sourcing and negotiating supply agreements for BESS equipment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in the energy industry, strong negotiation skills, and a background in procurement or supply chain management.

Benefits include a competitive salary with a bonus program and comprehensive health insurance options.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the energy industry, preferably in procurement.
• Experience building and managing teams.
• Occasional travel to project sites and manufacturing facilities required.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations for energy storage equipment supply contracts.
• Drive strategic procurement initiatives across Project Management and Operations.
• Build insights into market dynamics for procurement strategy.
• Manage internal vendor evaluation dashboards.
• Prepare Request for Proposal packages in coordination with teams.

Skills

Commercial negotiation skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field

Advanced degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Manager, Renewable Procurement (Energy Storage) will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate supply agreements for BESS equipment, and lead equipment RFPs.

This position willworkfrom Invenergy's office in downtown Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations for energy storage equipmentsupplycontracts. Ensure that all commercial terms and conditions and technical design requirements are in line with or exceed market expectations and align with all applicable project agreements including construction agreements and project sale agreements.

• Drive strategic procurement initiatives in coordination with various internal stakeholders across Project Management, Operations,Financeetc.

• Build insights into market dynamics on technology, pricing, emerging technologies, supplychainsetc. to inform procurementstrategy, and sourcing decisions.

• Lead development of internal dashboards and tools to support vendor evaluation and track vendor performance.

• Prepare Request for Proposal packages in coordination with Engineering, Construction, and Operations teams. Manage and evaluate vendor bid responses, analyze procurement options toassistin making equipment supply recommendations.

• Develop andmaintainrelationships with major manufacturers and equipment suppliers, thus supporting vendor evaluation and procurement strategy.

• Coordinate closely with Origination and Pre-Construction teams to stay up to date with project timelines, projectsizingand equipment requirements.Identify and surface procurement risks as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business,Engineeringora relatedfield.

• 6+ years of experience intheenergy industry, preferably in procurement, project management,engineeringor supply chain functions.

• Strong commercial negotiation skills with an understanding of the legal aspects of procurement

• Experience building and managing teams

• Strong critical thinkingandproblem-solving

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects concurrently.

• Occasional travel to project sites and manufacturing facilities will berequired.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Business,Engineeringor a related field

• Technical understanding of power generation equipment as well as project engineering and construction

• Proactive mindset for problem solving and risk mitigation

• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

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Base Pay

$124,000.00 - $155,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.