Senior Procurement Manager - Renewable Energy

National Grid Renewables seeks a Senior Procurement Manager for its Minneapolis office to oversee procurement for utility-scale renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment. The role requires collaboration with internal teams and monitoring supply chain risks. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management.
National Grid Renewables is a full-service renewable energy company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. National Grid Renewables has developed over 2,400 megawatts of wind and solar projects that are either operational or currently under construction throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables has a multi-gigawatt development pipeline of wind and solar projects in various stages of development throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables provides custom solutions for utilities and corporations looking to harness renewable energy for business growth. With deep roots in agriculture, National Grid Renewables prides itself on developing renewable energy projects that are farmer-friendly, community-driven, and beneficial for rural communities.

The Sr. Procurement Manager or Director will oversee and manage the procurement of major PV, BESS and wind equipment for utility scale projects. This will include developing and implementing procurement strategies, identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring the timely delivery of equipment while maintaining high quality standards.

Responsibilities:
• Develop a multi-year commodity procurement strategy to support a 1GW/year solar, wind and energy storage pipeline
• Remain informed of latest technology trends and the government policies in the market and understand the implications of the procurement strategy and adjust accordingly
• Monitor risks associated with renewable equipment supply chain and procurement and develop mitigation strategies.
• Incorporate market intelligence and vendor inputs into procurement and contracting strategies
• Actively collaborate with internal technical teams and suppliers to continually drive down LCOE (Levelized Cost of Electricity) ($/W)
• Develop supplier strategy for energy storage, inverter, GSU, wind turbine suppliers
• Support Project Management teams during early and late stage project development
• Supervise procurement manager and /or procurement specialist
• Develop strategy to run competitive RFP processes
• Effectively support the negotiation of agreements for items related to scope, price, terms & conditions, delivery, and contract changes with suppliers
• Apply contracting abilities, editing of work scope, understanding of commercial terms and conditions, and accurate monitoring of commercial changes from award to delivery.
• Review cost proposals and actual cost reports from projects to establish standard summary data cost reports and variance analyses. Track and report on cost movement during negotiations.
• Ensure effective contract negotiation to meet objectives related to safety, cost, delivery performance, schedule and quality.
• Ensure that risks are mitigated through alignment across major project agreements (EPC agreement, Equipment supply, PPA, Warranty, etc.)
• Ensure timely and frequent engagement with development, legal, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance, and asset management on all issues related to equipment supply.
• Support and facilitate internal team resolution on material changes to agreements across both commercial and technical issues.
• Develop and maintain internal score card to rate and prioritize suppliers

Qualifications:
• 5 + years of experience in strategic sourcing functions, commodity management and contract negotiation experience. Energy storage procurement experience is required.
• Bachelor’s in engineering, supply chain management or business preferred
• Project management skills working with large scale solar, wind, and/or storage development projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain complex concepts in a concise manner
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with demonstrated ability for accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and execute multiple contracts on schedule, has experience negotiating large contracts
• Knowledge of utility scale solar, energy storage and wind development business is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional initiatives
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders to drive mutually beneficial outcomes

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference check, & background check. National Grid Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Range for the posted level: $120,000 - $170,000
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.

National Grid Renewables believe fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility. Open, honest and respectful ways of working, learning and communicating are the cornerstones of a successful business, and leveraging inclusion and diversity lead to better business results. At National Grid Renewables, we’re focused on creating a work environment where our people feel respected and included, and therefore empowered to be themselves.