Strategic Wind Energy Procurement & Contracts

Deutsche-Windtechnik-Ag; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match after 6 months

Generous PTO and comprehensive health/

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Deutsche Windtechnik is seeking a Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for wind energy projects in the US. You will identify suppliers, manage master service agreements, and align procurement activities with project schedules and budgets.

Collaborate with project teams to develop effective procurement strategies, mitigate risks, and optimize processes for cost, quality, and timely delivery. This role requires travel and deep wind industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, related field, or equivalent years of experience (5 years) in Supply Chain specific to wind energy industry.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of wind energy technologies and supply chain dynamics.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel weekly or as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and sustainability criteria.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement.
• Conduct in-depth market research and perform national and international value analyses to stay informed about supplier landscapes, trends and innovations.
• Regularly negotiate, draft, and monitor master service agreements, supplier agreements and contracts to ensure favourable and compliant terms.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineering teams and internal departments to understand requirements and develop effective procurement strategies.
• Ensure procurement activities are tightly aligned with project schedules, milestones, and strategic business objectives.
• Drive sustainable procurement strategies in cooperation with cross-functional teams and business units.
• Execute continuous improvements across quality, availability, and pricing by optimizing procurement processes.
• Strategically develop and manage supplier portfolios, including supplier assessment, selection, and capability development.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks including supply chain disruptions, cost volatility, and quality deviations.
• Take full ownership of preparing, conducting, and leading price negotiations independently.
• Optimize and standardize procurement workflows and tools to improve transparency and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, including contracts, purchase orders, and supplier records.
• Monitor procurement costs continuously, identifying savings opportunities without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
• Oversee contract and supplier performance management, ensuring accountability and measurable value delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Wind energy knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Job description

Deutsche Windtechnik is seeking a Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for wind energy projects in the US. You will identify suppliers, manage master service agreements, and align procurement activities with project schedules and budgets.

Collaborate with project teams to develop effective procurement strategies, mitigate risks, and optimize processes for cost, quality, and timely delivery. This role requires travel and deep wind industry knowledge.