Senior Procurement Manager- EPC

LocationAustin, TX
Job Typefull_time
Salary$125,000-$170,000

About This Job

RWE Clean Energy, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area:

Procurement

Remuneration:

Exempt

Within the Project Procurement team, we are seeking a

Senior Procurement Manager

with expertise in tendering, negotiating and executing Engineering, Procurement and Construction contracts to support Wind, Battery Storage & Solar Projects. Senior Procurement Manager will also be responsible for project planning critical procurement activities to ensure they are completed in time to support project approvals and completion dates.

Role Responsibilities

:

Capture business demands and handle competitive tendering, negotiation and contract execution for wind, stand-alone battery storage projects as well as stand-alone solar and co-located battery storage and solar projects

Review and levelize vendor proposals and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and mitigate complex risk through negotiation of applicable terms and conditions
Understand and maintain knowledge of the wind, battery storage and solar EPC construction services market, and develop and implement strategies to ensure cost effective supply of EPC services to meet the build plan
Assist with input of CAPEX budget numbers to financial models to support project viability assessment
Collaborate and build relationships with the development, construction and engineering leadership teams to support demand forecasting and contracting strategies
Develop tendering and contracting strategies to support RWE CE’s Growth Targets
Manage documentation, budgets, schedules and key stakeholder interfaces in preparation for weekly management meetings
Identify and run due diligence on potential new suppliers
Act as the single point of contact to suppliers in the sourcing process and coordinate interfaces with RWE’s Business, Finance and Commercial, Technical, Legal and Health and Safety Teams
Manage the full sourcing process (including demand/market analysis, RFI, RFPs, Negotiations, Contracting and Supplier Awarding) in close collaboration with key stakeholders and in line with RWE policies, procedures and processes
Ensure deep knowledge of projects in region of work & develop procurement plans to ensure good and services secured at appropriate times. Work closely with Pre-Construction & Development functions in developing these plans
Guide and support stakeholders with any contract implementation, contract management or supplier-related issues
Maintain active pricing history and data for wind, battery storage & Solar EPCs
Manage purchase orders, variations orders, invoice workflow and documentation in SAP
Reporting to Director of Procurement – Central & East


Job Requirements and Experiences:

Relevant college degree with preference for Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction or Business Management
Minimum 12 years of experience in the Renewable Energy Industry with a focus on negotiating Wind, Battery Storage and Solar EPC contracts
Thorough knowledge of competitive bid process of BoP, EPC contracts and negotiation techniques
Experience in drafting, negotiating and contract management of high value and high risk major construction project contracts
Knowledge (suppliers, markets, trends) of the renewable energy industry
Experience in applying efficient procurement processes, structures and analytical tools
Highly developed analytical and communication skills, combined with a structured work style and a pragmatic hands-on approach
Ability to challenge “conventional” thinking, considers others’ views and convinces with facts considering a proactive approach to overcome resistance
Strong eye for detail and ensuring accuracy in exchange of information and contracts
Team player with strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen
Experience and willingness to work independently in a fast-changing environment and in an international team
Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
Sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and SAP. Ability to learn new systems and tools rapidly
Readiness to travel both nationally and internationally
Business fluent proficiency in English. Spanish and German language skills are a benefit but not essential
This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE office and field locations
Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Pay range:

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $125,000 - $170,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.

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