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Invenergy

Develops and operates renewable energy projects

Manager – Renewable Procurement - Bess, Solar & Wind

Procurement & SourcingPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeChicago, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 6 years of experience in the energy industry, preferably in procurement, project management, engineering, or supply chain functions.
  • Strong commercial negotiation skills and an understanding of the legal aspects of procurement are required.
  • Experience building and managing teams is required.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to multitask and manage deliverables for multiple projects concurrently, are required.
  • Occasional travel to project sites and manufacturing facilities is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without needing employer visa sponsorship now or in the future is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiations for energy storage, solar, and wind power-generation equipment supply contracts, including modules, inverters, tracking systems, and wind turbines; ensure commercial terms and conditions meet or exceed market expectations and align with applicable project agreements, including construction and project-sale agreements.
  • Serve as the key interface between internal stakeholders, including Development, Engineering, and Finance.
  • Support procurement and supply-chain development in new markets and countries of operation in line with compliance, safety, and regulatory requirements, including qualifying and auditing suppliers with technical and compliance teams.
  • Resolve escalated supplier disputes or complex contract issues, guide team members in developing resolution strategies, and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to analyze procurement options and make equipment-supply decisions that best position the solar, wind, and energy-storage project pipeline.
  • Analyze market trends and government, regulatory, and policy conditions and assess potential impacts on general procurement strategy.
  • Adapt quickly to changing market conditions and respond to changes in the build program.

Desired Qualifications

  • An advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • A technical understanding of solar power-generation equipment, project engineering, and construction is preferred.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk mitigation is preferred.
  • A track record managing strategic suppliers, contractors, or other relevant third parties is preferred.
  • Understanding geopolitical impacts on supply-chain and procurement decisions, and familiarity with basic global-trade elements such as tariffs and importation restrictions or limitations, is preferred.

About the Company

Invenergy

Develops and operates renewable energy projects

Invenergy develops and operates energy projects worldwide, handling development, construction, and ongoing operations while selling the generated energy to utilities and large industrial or commercial customers. Its portfolio includes wind, solar, energy storage, natural gas, and clean water solutions, built and run as facilities that produce electricity or heat. It differentiates itself with in-house, end-to-end project execution and long-term partnerships, delivering a globally scaled mix of renewable and other energy solutions. Its goal is to expand sustainable energy deployment, provide reliable clean power, and continue growing its portfolio while using digital tools to optimize performance.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$8.9B
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
2001

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