About the Role A leading renewables company is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join the Wind Strategic Procurement team. This role is crucial for facilitating RFP and RFI processes, vendor selection, contract negotiation, technology review support, and ongoing contract administration. The primary focus will be on Balance of Plant (BOP) construction (EPC) contracts within the wind industry, ensuring alignment with procurement strategies, cost models, and risk mitigation objectives.

Location Hybrid opportunities available in Houston, TX, or San Francisco, CA, with the option for fully remote work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the facilitation of RFPs, RFIs, vendor selection, and technology review support for wind projects, focusing on BOP and EPC contracting.
• Negotiate and manage EPC contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions and minimizing risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Development, Engineering, Legal, and Construction) to create and refine RFPs and support vendor integration into projects.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for wind projects, ensuring the selection of optimal vendors and cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee contract administration, including monitoring vendor performance, ensuring adherence to scope and timelines, and managing contract modifications.
• Provide ongoing support in managing and optimizing turbine supply agreements, EPC contracts, and repower contracting efforts within the wind industry.
• Maintain strong, strategic relationships with EPC contractors and vendors, fostering collaboration and performance improvements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining specifications, scopes of work, and project standards for all projects.
• Conduct market analysis, gather market intelligence, and incorporate findings into contract negotiations and procurement strategies.
• Ensure proper documentation and control of contract-related information in MS SharePoint and other document management systems.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in contract management, procurement, engineering, or a related field required.
• 5 or more years of wind EPC contracting experience and an in-depth understanding of turbine technology is desired.
• Experience in negotiating and contracting for Wind Industry Repower projects.
• Experience in Solar and BESS EPC contracting is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.