Procurement Manager

JD Ross Energy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Ross Energy located in Chicago seeks a senior procurement leader to develop and execute sourcing strategies for utility-scale renewable energy and power generation projects. The role leads supplier selection, bid analysis, contract negotiations, and supply chain management for major equipment, EPC services, and construction contracts.

The position requires building cross-functional partnerships across engineering, development, construction, finance, legal, and operations to ensure successful

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading procurement for large-scale energy projects.
• Strong ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.
• Experience with RFQs/RFPs and risk mitigation in EPC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage procurement strategies for renewable energy and generation projects.
• Lead RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, bid analysis, and contract negotiations.
• Manage sourcing of major equipment, EPC services, and long-lead materials.
• Partner with engineering, development, construction, finance, legal, and operations teams to support project execution.
• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and supply chain risks.
• Oversee supplier performance, delivery schedules, warranties, and contract compliance.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Project procurement experience

Education

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

Job description

Location: Chicago (hybrid)

Level: Senior Manager or Director

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced procurement leader to develop and execute sourcing strategies for utility-scale renewable energy and power generation projects. This role will lead supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiations, and supply chain management for major equipment, EPC services, and construction contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage procurement strategies for renewable energy and generation projects.
• Lead RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, bid analysis, and contract negotiations.
• Manage sourcing of major equipment, EPC services, and long-lead materials.
• Partner with engineering, development, construction, finance, legal, and operations teams to support project execution.
• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and supply chain risks.
• Oversee supplier performance, delivery schedules, warranties, and contract compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or commercial management experience.
• Experience supporting power generation, renewable energy, infrastructure, or EPC projects.
• Strong background in contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.
• Excellent commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience

• Renewable energy, battery storage, or thermal power generation projects.
• Major equipment procurement and EPC contracting.
• Experience with utility-scale energy development and construction projects.