Senior Manager, Vedvarende Indkøb (Energilagring)

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Renewable Procurement (Energy Storage) will lead supply agreement negotiations for BESS equipment, and support procurement strategy.

This position will work from Invenergy's office in downtown Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or oversee negotiations for energy storage equipment supply contracts. Ensure that all commercial terms and conditions and technical design requirements are in line with or exceed market expectations and align with all applicable project agreements including construction agreements and project sale agreements.
• Identify key risks, and resolve supplier disputes or complex contract issues, guiding team members in developing resolution strategies while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Serve as the key interface between internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Project Management, Finance and Development teams, and the supplier.
• Lead BESS RFPs for key projects in coordination with Engineering, Construction, and Operations teams. Manage and evaluate vendor bid responses, analyze procurement options to drive decision making in vendor and product selection.
• Coordinate closely with Origination and Pre-Construction to stay up to date with project timelines, project sizing and equipment requirements. Identify and surface procurement risks as necessary. Support procurement strategy for Invenergy's portfolio of BESS projects, based on technical and commercial considerations, and supplier evaluation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with major manufacturers and equipment suppliers, thus supporting vendor evaluation and procurement strategy.
• Drive process improvements, and other internal initiatives. Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, and Operations teams to improve future sourcing and contracting strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in energy industry, preferably in procurement, project management, engineering or supply chain functions.
• Experience building and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills with an understanding of the contractual aspects of procurement.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and communications skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Occasional travel to project sites and manufacturing facilities will be required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects concurrently.
• Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Technical understanding of power generation equipment as well as project engineering and construction.
• Proactive mindset for problem solving and risk mitigation.
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Base Pay

$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.