Director, Procurement – O&M Strategy

• Location(s):

Austin, TX, US, 78701

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

Functional area: Procurement
Remuneration: Exempt

We are looking for a Director, Procurement – O&M Strategy for the strategic side of procurement that will lead a team of professionals to manage long-term contracts and establish support to the Asset Management and Operations team to drive availability and thereby maintain revenues across all sites in North America.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with organizational goals and objectives
• Build and manage a strong team of procurement professionals, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency within the procurement function with a Continuous improvement mindset
• Build and develop a High-performance team to deliver the operational goals, while constantly working on succession planning and helping them hone their skillset
• Develop strong and effective internal relationships with all levels of the business to ensure that business requirements are reflected within contractual documentation
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to ensure that their performance consistently meets, and at times exceeds, business expectations
• Drive and support negotiations for key contracts, while optimizing the supply base
• Track and ensure achievement of forecasted value and savings targets including productivity plans with the team and with suppliers
• Support the team with personal development and training
• Set the teams objectives & manage performance
• Reporting to VP Procurement – OPNS

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree with a preference for Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction, or Business Management, Masters Degree Preferred
• Minimum experience of 8 years, working experience in construction, energy, chemical, or other industry with large, capital investment projects, with a focus on procurement or contract management

• People management experience desirable

• Significant experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management is essential. This often includes several years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing roles
• Experience in a leadership or managerial capacity is typically required, as Purchasing Directors are responsible for managing teams and making strategic decisions
• Strong negotiation skills are crucial to securing favorable terms and pricing from suppliers and contract management experience
• Ability to analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities to make informed purchasing decisions
• Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems used for purchasing and inventory management Ability to lead and develop a team of procurement professionals, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Experience in applying efficient procurement processes, structures, and analytical tools
• Experience of liaising with senior management within critical departments & building good relationships
• Highly developed analytical and communication skills, combined with a structured work style and a pragmatic hands-on approach
• Understanding of financial principles and cost management to optimize purchasing strategies and control expenses
• Strong ethical standards and integrity are crucial, as Purchasing Directors often handle sensitive financial transactions and vendor relationships
• Sound knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SAP. Ability to learn new systems and tools rapidly
• Readiness to travel both nationally and internationally

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Groups Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means youll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies and continuously improve, together.