What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at Swift Current Energy?
Swift Current Energy, a renewable energy project developer, owner and operator (“Swift Current” or the “Company”) is seeking a (Senior) Procurement Manager to lead/support procurement efforts across a portfolio of Solar, Wind, BESS, and Data Center projects. The Company has primary offices in Boston and Houston; this role may be based in either location with preference for the Houston area. The Company is open to remote work for this role for the right fit. Exact title will be commensurate with experience level.
The Procurement Manager role provides a great opportunity to join a successful, high performing, and rapidly growing clean energy company. We value and reward initiative and emphasize a strong commitment to our employees and their responsibilities to their families. This position affords an excellent opportunity for professional growth, working alongside industry experts and leaders. Additional information on Swift Current, our projects and our team is available at www.swiftcurrentenergy.com.
Job Scope:
The Procurement Manager will lead and support competitive bid processes for the selection and procurement of EPC Contracts and capital equipment, including but not limited to: PV modules, batteries, wind turbines, inverters, trackers, and main step up transformers. Main accountabilities include the following:
- Responsible for evaluating product options and making recommendations for product selections
- Negotiate and manage supply agreements for power generation equipment that provide required flexibility and appropriate technology to meet the needs of utility-scale wind, solar, battery storage, or data center projects
- Develop market intel pricing benchmarks and database to forecast capital equipment pricing
- Implement and develop procurement strategies to secure optimal contractual terms and pricing
- Develop logistics and lead time database to support greenfield development pipeline schedule
- Maintain responsibility for bid levelization and contractual negotiation
- Assist with the development of standardized procurement processes and templates
The duties and responsibilities for this role may evolve over time, depending on Company need and professional career growth. Estimated travel for this role is up to 15%. This role reports to the VP of Procurement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field
- 5 years of relevant experience leading the procurement of capital equipment for renewable energy projects
- Proven experience effectively negotiating contracts for utility-scale projects
- Direct experience working within the renewable energy industry is required
Personal Characteristics:
- Strong relationship-building skills, with an established network of relevant suppliers
- Effective negotiation skills
- Passion and excitement for the renewable energy sector
- Motivated by the opportunity to build and create – from the process to the project level
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative and capable of working across a geographically dispersed team
Additional Details:
Swift Current provides a comprehensive salary and benefits package for full-time employees. Benefits include Company-paid medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and a 401K match. We also provide voluntary benefits including pre-tax programs such as commuter and transit, and Dependent Care and Health Savings Accounts. Employees may also participate in additional coverage such as Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.