Procurement Manager

Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company operating on a stand-alone basis, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 41.5 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.

Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play is met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.

Position Details

The position will have primary focus on the preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of the broad range of contracts required to support the EPC Services requirements of utility-scale renewable projects, while also providing post award contract management though the execution phase of projects as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of Strategies at Project/regional level
• Conduct Request for Proposals, evaluate bids, in accordance to the Savion Processes and best practices
• Contractor/Vendor Management and engagement across project specific efforts including preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of the broad range of contracts required to support the delivery of utility scale projects
• Ensure delivery & effectively manage contracts while continuously drive value improvement targets
• Ensure Supply Chain Strategy supports Goal Zero Aspiration through implementation of robust Contractor Safety Management practices and alignment to Shell’s personal and process safety Goal Zero focus areas
• Implementation of Contractor HSSE practices in close liaison with Business Contract Managers and Owners
• Proactively identify & understand commercial/procurement needs from internal stakeholders and collaboratively propose competitive solutions. This may involve constructively challenging the Business Demand &/or Procurement Practices in order to drive value and efficiency for the organization.
• Manage Supplier Relationship: effectively and collaboratively drive continuous performance improvement via relevant contract key metrics (Eg: HSSE, Operations, Cost). This would involve constructively challenging the Contractors in terms of the contract delivery and performance as well.
• Connect across the Procurement EPC equipment team, also align within greater CP organization within Shell
• Prepares and presents project recommendations with clear justifications to management and leadership teams
• Builds effective working relationships with others and makes a constructive contribution within immediate team
• Ensure application of the Savion business and Procurement process, using commercial judgement, common sense and a simplification mind-set, understanding the difference between non-negotiable compliance elements (Safety, E&C, Code of Conduct, Law) and CP operating practices, while always keeping the Savion business value in focus

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

A Contracts & Procurement (CP) professional with commercial experience, high capacity and a strong performance history is required. The individual is expected to be well-versed in project CP, as this role will deliver hands-on CP support to projects (e.g. run EPC Services contracting activities, supporting Equipment OEM, etc.)

• Commercial minded to help identify and mature opportunities, as well as win and deliver projects within budget and on schedule
• Passionate about the energy transition and Savion’s role in it
• A degree level (Business/Engineering) or proven experience within CP, Renewables sector
• Must be self-motivated with an ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Flexible and driven individual
• Experience with management of performance and outcome-based contracts (i.e., creative commercial schemes, incentive schemes, performance guarantees)
• CP experience in New Business Development, M&A is a plus
• Familiarity with solar, battery technology, concepts and materials and technology is a plus
• Understanding of the complex US political and regulatory framework and opportunities
• Ability to cope with complexity & uncertainty and proven adaptability
• Good understanding of strategic, technical, legal, finance, taxation and commercial issues
• Strong engagement skills with suppliers, customers, partners, project directors, asset managers, and functional SMEs, etc.
• Preference for applicants with an understanding of project management and services functions (planning, quantity surveying, estimating, scheduling and cost control)
• Uncompromising on HSSE, ethics & compliance is a ‘must have’ in all CP
• Collaborates and integrates within CP and with business, enterprise first
• Commercial acumen (e.g., contract management, contractor performance management, negotiations).
• Virtual working experience is a plus

Internal and External Relationships

Manage the execution of the complete Category Management & Contracting Process (CMCP) including Contract Strategy, Tactics and Contract Management activities for the assigned contract portfolio and collaborate with:

• Internal stakeholders in development and execution of procurement strategies driving towards value maximization. [Pre-award Phase]
• Internal & External Stakeholders in ensuring delivery of maximum value via each of the awarded contract/commercial deal. [Post-award Phase]
• Due to the fluid and fast-moving pace of the EPC teams, the successful candidate is expected to be flexible in also supporting multiple Projects and Contracts.

Minimum Criterion (Mandatory)

• At least 6 years of experience in Project Procurement, or a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communication Studies, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Renewable Energy experience
• Relevant Procurement / Contract administration experience
• IT literate with the ability to operate MS office systems and other software

Compensation and Benefits

• Title and compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Vacation and holidays: Paid time off plus 14.5 paid company holidays
• Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; 401(k)
• Savion offers a culture that embraces “flex-time” schedule to maximize both productivity and work-life balance

Contact Information

Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@savionenergy.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Renewable energy: 1 year (Preferred)
• Procurement / Contract administration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Project Procurement: 6 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person