Manager, Procurement - Solar

Company: Renewable Energy Systems Ltd
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Manager, Procurement - SolarCome join the world's largest independent renewable energy company active in wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution. Our vision is to be a leader in the transition where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy. Being part of the RES team means shaping the world's energy future.RES offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K + employer match, life insurance and AD, paid time off, paid sabbatical, paid parental leave, alternative work schedules, fitness center membership, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.Summary:Renewable Energy Systems Americas Inc. (RES) is looking for a Manager, Procurement - Solar to join the central Procurement Team in a leadership position, leading a team of procurement professionals and achieving competitive advantage through best practices in supply management and driving overall business profitability. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Manager, Procurement - Solar will lead the procurement team responsible for Solar and additionally some Wind procurement throughout the organization with a focus on development of the team members and creating supply chain strategy with consideration for the business streams.Main AccountabilitiesLeadership Accountabilities: Identifies and deploys a motivated teams needed to accomplish our goals. Provide a positive and engaging work environment:Hires outstanding talentManage one or more direct reportsDevelops and grows the talent and expertise of the procurement organizationProvide assignments that challenge and stretch employees' responsibilitiesConduct regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development; comfortable empowering othersManage direct reports through applying team member skills, coaching, and identifying developmental activities to achieve department goalsProvide leadership and mentoring within procurement organizationProvide regular and direct feedback on performance and goal progressFunctional Accountabilities: Develops procurement strategies with our goals and long-term plans. Focused on driving the procurement function by:Lead important supplier engagement and negotiations focusing on providing best value for RES with a focus on trackers, inverters, BLA and cable for solar projectsEngage senior level teams (partners) throughout the organization to ensure understanding of organizational strategic goals and project needsDemonstrate leadership and expertise in eyes of client groupsReport on high-level market updates and project specific procurement progressDevelop commodity specific sourcing strategies and category plans that span across the businessCreate, evaluate, and review opportunities to implement best practice purchasing policies and procedures for process improvement to support performance that bring value; implements new opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance and track these goalsEstablish targets and oversee the management and evaluation of supplier performance.Provide management reports and important performance data, monitors and track buyout progress and schedules impacts for each projectLead by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring all employee follow safe practices while workingSkills:RequiredLeadership experienceConstruction procurement experience with focus on Solar renewables related to supply of major equipment - trackers, inverters, BLA and cableLead complex negotiations with important suppliers and subcontractorsMain supplier management experienceExperience of contracts and subcontractsAdvanced experience in contract preparation, monitoring, and controllingDesirableKnowledge of construction industry and associated field concepts and procedures, with knowledge of renewable industry an added bonusProject management experienceKnowledge of Lean methodologySome wind procurement experienceQualifications:Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent degree, or military/education/relevant work experience combinationGraduate degree preferred10+ years of experience negotiating purchase orders and subcontracts3+ years of experience leading and developing teams in a procurement organizationCertification with ISM or CIPS preferredMust have a valid current driver license and be eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.Can obtain a valid current passport to travel outside the U.S.Physical requirements and environment:The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those you encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Perform sedentary office tasks with occasional travel (up to 25% of time) to other Company offices or construction sites. You may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds and may be required to sit, stand, walk and use a computer.We maintain a drug-free workplace. You must pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.Anticipated base salary range: $110,000- $160,000The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. You will be bonus eligible.RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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