Manager - Procurement

Join us to transform today's energy challenges into sustainable solutions for tomorrow and make a difference for our planet and future generations.

Boralex has been providing renewable and affordable energy for over 30 years. The Group, composed of more than 800 employees, operates renewable assets with an installed capacity of over 3 GW and is developing a project portfolio of 6.8 GW in wind, solar, and energy storage.

YOUR PROFILE

You are an experienced professional in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, contract management, or similar fields. You have extensive experience in executing large-scale complex contracts within a large industrial company. You must demonstrate strong project management skills and a proven ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. You have experience in the energy sector and knowledge of trends in the wind, solar, and energy storage sectors. You enjoy working on multiple projects simultaneously and would like to work for a pioneering Canadian company with strong human values in the field of renewable energy.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Reporting to the Procurement Manager (Wind), you will organize and lead Boralex's procurement of key equipment and services for Boralex's wind projects.In close collaboration with various groups within Boralex, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead market intelligence to identify and seek competitive advantages by partnering with world-class suppliers.
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the major equipment and services market, including suppliers' capabilities, market positioning, and strategies.
• Work with the development and project management team on the preparation and optimization of project schedules and budgets.
• Lead the preparation of RFIs and RFPs in accordance with Boralex standards, organize and manage the commercial evaluation of supplier proposals with a multidisciplinary team composed of engineering, development, project management, finance, and other teams.
• Negotiate the commercial terms of major equipment and service purchase agreements for the execution of solar projects.
• Organize a multidisciplinary team for contract negotiations with suppliers and obtain approvals from various administrative bodies for contract signing.
• Work in a multi-project environment.
• Organize contract execution control, equipment and service procurement, support suppliers in organizing logistics and storage.
• Lead the resolution of potential issues and disagreements with suppliers during project execution.
• Lead work with suppliers to support Boralex's CSR strategy.
• Support the procurement manager (wind) in market analysis and identification of potential opportunities and competitive advantages for Boralex.
• Ensure supplier prequalification and technical and commercial evaluation.
• Other tasks related to the responsibilities of the procurement team.

Note: This position includes occasional travel in North America and abroad.

YOUR SKILLS

• Bachelor's or master's degree in administration, engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 8 years of experience in an industrial company, preferably in the energy sector, including at least 6 years in procurement and project management.
• Experience in leading contract negotiations and managing contracts worth over 10 million in the renewable energy industry.
• Experience in executing major projects.
• Proven leadership experience in implementing cross-functional projects.
• Experience working in or with international companies.
• Experience in the full project lifecycle - EPC/BOP development - commissioning - operation and maintenance.
• Strong project management skills and experience in this field.
• High-level negotiation skills.
• Risk management and mitigation planning.
• Experience in the wind industry.
• Excellent bilingualism; French is the working language in Quebec;
• Knowledge of English is required to analyze, negotiate, and manage contracts and communications with international partners and suppliers.

Your profile doesn't perfectly match the criteria listed above? Your skills could still make a difference! If you think you can contribute to our growth, don't hesitate to try your luck and apply.

To be fully fulfilled in your daily life:

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition while adding your talent to an agile team. You will benefit from continuous training, flexible working hours and remote work, a retirement plan enhanced by Boralex, and a group insurance plan tailored to your personal needs.

Together, we will build a sustainable and inclusive world:

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition. Boralex promotes a culture of sustainable performance, aligned with its business objectives. We focus on long-term growth and profitability while aiming to satisfy all our stakeholders. Continuous improvement is essential, with ambitious and measurable goals, and this culture is fostered by autonomy, the right to make mistakes, and employee empowerment.

Transparency, inclusion, and kindness are essential elements in creating a rewarding work environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. This is why we raise awareness among all our teams on these issues and offer support networks, best practices, and educational content.

We value the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and expressions among our colleagues, partners, and communities. Feel free to join us, regardless of your age, origin, gender, potential disability, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Boralex, beyond renewable energy!

• Contribute to the growth of a company that's actively involved in the energy transition.
• Add your talent to an agile work team.
• Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.
• Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice. Spend more time with your family thanks to a flexible and independent schedule.
• Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.

Be the source of our energy!