Senior CAPEX Procurement Manager - Solar, Storage & HV

CIP Terra Technologies; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CIP Terra Technologies is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead CAPEX procurement for Solar PV, BESS, and HV equipment in the Americas. The role reports to the VP Procurement, Americas and supports major renewable energy projects across the region.

The ideal candidate will have 6–10+ years in procurement/commercial roles, experience with high-value packages, and strong risk-based contract structuring. Location: Chicago, IL or Houston, TX preferred; other locations considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or a related field.
• 6–10+ years of procurement, commercial, or contract management experience in renewable energy.
• Experience procuring CAPEX equipment for solar PV, BESS, and HV systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CAPEX procurement strategies aligned with project schedules and portfolio priorities.
• Oversee the full sourcing process from RFIs/RFPs to bid assessment, negotiation and contract award.
• Structure procurement approaches under multi-contract models (supply-only, full service, supply & install).
• Oversee commercial negotiations with global OEMs including pricing, delivery, warranties and performance guarantees.
• Identify and manage strategic suppliers across Solar PV, BESS, and HV equipment.
• Manage contracting for supply, service and framework agreements.
• Coordinate with Legal and Engineering on risk allocation, LDs, technical guarantees and interfaces.
• Review project cost structures and promote cost optimization.

Skills

Solar PV procurement

BESS procurement

HV equipment procurement

Stakeholder management

Commercial judgment

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

CIP Terra Technologies is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead CAPEX procurement for Solar PV, BESS, and HV equipment in the Americas. The role reports to the VP Procurement, Americas and supports major renewable energy projects across the region.

The ideal candidate will have 6–10+ years in procurement/commercial roles, experience with high-value packages, and strong risk-based contract structuring. Location: Chicago, IL or Houston, TX preferred; other locations considered.