Senior Associate, Renewable Procurement at Invenergy LLC in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.


This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.



Job Description




Position Overview



The Senior Associate, Renewable Procurement will be responsible for formulating commercial strategy and leading commercial negotiations for electrical substation and power generation equipment in support of Invenergy's development, engineering, and construction activities. Procurement activities will support wind, solar, thermal, and energy storage projects. This role reports to the Senior Director of Renewable Procurement.



Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial negotiations for power generation equipment supply contracts (e.g. high voltage breakers, electrical transformers, electrical switchgear, and energy storage equipment). Ensure that terms and conditions are in line with market expectations and align with all applicable project agreements including construction agreements and project sale agreements.
  
  


• Manage equipment supply contracts post-execution. Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled on time and documented ahead of hand-off to the Project Manager.
  
  


• Maintain existing commercial relationships with key equipment suppliers and endeavor to evaluate, establish, and cultivate new relationships with strategic suppliers.
  
  


• Collaborate with the technical procurement, engineering, construction, and operations teams to analyze procurement options and to assist in making equipment supply recommendations that best position Invenergy's pipeline of renewable energy projects.
  
  


• Support the management and deployment of equipment held in inventory. Support maintaining compliance with the storage & maintenance covenants for equipment supply loans. Maintain relationship with logistics service providers for the loading & transportation of equipment from central warehouses/storage facilities to projects under construction.
  
  


• Maintain internal pricing database based on continuous market research and continuous development of market knowledge and pricing trends. Collaborate with the estimating team to support internal project pricing efforts.
  
  


• Assist in the preparation and management of Request for Proposal packages as well as evaluation of all equipment supply bids.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline
  
  


• 4+ years professional experience; prior experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or a related field
  
  


• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
  
  


• Strong commercial negotiation skills, with an understanding of the legal aspects of procurement and contracting
  
  


• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills
  
  


• Strong analytical skills, with an understanding of financial analysis for business decisions
  
  


• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data management and reporting using data visualization software is a plus
  
  


• Technical understanding of power generation equipment is a plus
  
  


• 2-4 years of experience in the renewable energy industry is preferred
  
  

Base Pay



100,000.00 - 120,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30%


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. Apply Now