Senior Manager of Procurement

About the Role
Alternative Locations Include Houston, TX and New York, NY. We are supporting an IPP in their search for a Manager/Senior Manager of Strategic Procurement to join their team. This is a high-impact role that offers the opportunity to shape the procurement strategy for a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. You'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to ensure the successful sourcing of key services and capital equipment for solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects.

Key Responsibilities
As a Strategic Procurement Manager/Senior Manager, you will:

• Lead procurement strategy for major equipment and services across the renewable energy portfolio, including PV modules, inverters, transformers, and BESS components.
• Negotiate and manage supply agreements, ensuring favorable commercial terms, risk mitigation, and alignment with project timelines.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and driving continuous improvement.
• Conduct international market research to identify emerging trends, supply chain risks, and regulatory considerations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with development, finance, legal, and construction teams to align procurement activities with broader project goals.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices in procurement planning, contract management, and supplier performance tracking.
• Support project execution by ensuring timely delivery of equipment and services, resolving supply chain issues, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications
We're looking for candidates who bring a mix of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative energy:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in strategic procurement, ideally within the renewable energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven experience in PV and BESS procurement, with a strong understanding of equipment specifications, market dynamics, and vendor ecosystems.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with project management methodologies (PMP certification or Lean Six Sigma training is a plus).
• Familiarity with financial modeling, contract law, or economic analysis is advantageous.