Procurement Manager

This is a fully remote role for candidates who are based outside of the New York Metropolitan area. For those located in the area, we encourage you to consider our hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days a week in our NYC office). That said, we value flexibility and if you have a different preference, please do not let that deter you from applying – let’s talk about it!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment-based visas at this time.

Energy storage is the key to unlocking a future where our world is powered by renewable resources. At Convergent Energy and Power, our mission is to make the electrical grid cleaner, more reliable, and less expensive by leveraging state-of-the-art energy storage and distributed generation technologies.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for all procurement activities associated with sourcing and purchasing equipment and construction services in support of assigned projects and in alignment with the company policies and procedures. The Procurement Manager works closely with suppliers and internal clients, such as Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Business Development to support all projects in North America.

What You’ll Do

• 30% RFP Management: Prepares and manages Requests for Proposals including preparation of RFP documents, review of proposals, performing price analysis, schedule review, negotiation of price and contract terms, scope review, and recommendation of selected bidders. Manages negotiation and execution of supplier agreements while working with legal as needed.
  
• 30% Supplier Sourcing: Identifies suppliers needed to support projects, including in new markets, and manages supplier prequalification process. This includes conducting assessments of supplier capabilities; financial, technical, and commercial strengths, including their competitive advantages in the market. Collaborate with internal teams to review supplier qualifications, such as EH&S, Engineering and Quality Management.
  
• 25% Supplier Relationship Management: Performs supplier check-ins; prepares and collaborates with internal teams on supplier scorecard; supports supplier business review meetings; manages supplier improvement plan; manages and updates supplier contact list.
  
• 10% Special Initiatives: Conducts change order reviews; supports Legal with creation of Master Supply Agreements; monitors market trends, new suppliers, and emerging technologies; creates innovative procurement processes and tools and continuously improves processes as needed; researches and proposes cost reduction strategies; manages supplier and pricing database; conducts lessons learned; maintains organized procurement document management system; performs other procurement related duties as assigned by Manager.
  
• 5% Project Strategy Development: As a critical step of RFP and supplier sourcing management, the Procurement Manager will prepare, develop, and manage Project Procurement Plan of critical equipment and services for assigned projects and business development opportunities, which includes project delivery model, contracting type, bidders list and negotiation strategy. Presents strategy to project stakeholders and management for approval.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, which may include supply chain, business, engineering, construction management, economics or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience
• 2-4 years in a renewable energy field (battery storage, wind or solar) with either an EPC Contractor (engineering, procurement, and construction), electrical contractor, engineer, equipment supplier or project developer
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• The ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed
• Ability to perform quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project and Teams or related software
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• A clear understanding of contract language
• Experience in contract and pricing negotiations
• Ability to create processes and identify the need for process improvements

Benefits

We're dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of all our clean energy professionals. We embrace and learn from our diverse backgrounds, encouraging open dialogue and growth. Through resources like our active Employee Resource Groups, DEI Working Group, and comprehensive training and workshops, we're continuing to build a supportive community that celebrates the convergence of our identities.

Our priority is to ensure that every team member feels valued and supported to have a healthy balance between work life and personal life. We believe a full life outside of the office makes for a happier, healthier team. We support that by offering robust benefits such as but not limited to, the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days
• 401K with an employer safe harbor match
• Special Vendor Discounts on programs for:
• Identity theft and fraud prevention

Base Salary Range: $85,000- $100,000; Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience.

We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply. If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.

Convergent is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements in the country where we operate. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to talent@convergentep.com