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Associate, Strategic Procurement

Clearway Energy
Posted January 27, 2025

San Francisco, California

Renewable Energy Development

$92,000 - $120,000

Full Time

Job Description

The Strategic Procurement Associate is responsible for vendor qualification, selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing contract administration for owner-furnished equipment in the renewable energy sector, specifically focusing on solar and energy storage projects. This role involves building relationships with equipment vendors, supporting procurement strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance procurement initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate vendor qualification, selection, and contract negotiation support.
  • Develop and manage relationships with major equipment vendors.
  • Support the development and implementation of a sourcing strategy for owner-furnished equipment.
  • Document pricing guidance for solar and energy storage technologies.
  • Manage the development of RFP documentation and bidding strategies.
  • Evaluate bid responses and make shortlist and award recommendations.
  • Negotiate agreements related to scope, price, terms, and delivery with suppliers.
  • Ensure alignment across major project agreements to mitigate risks.
  • Coordinate and manage issuance and administration of purchase orders.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new contract policies and processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required in contract management, supply chain management, procurement, or related field preferred.
  • 4 years of experience working on solar and/or energy storage projects or other related renewables industry experience.
  • Contract negotiation or contract management experience.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an understanding of contract language and technical concepts.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

Benefits

  • Salary Range: 92,000 - 120,000 USD
  • Hybrid work schedule with office-based collaboration on Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Comprehensive benefits including generous PTO, medical, dental, vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation assistance, 401(k) plan with employer match, life and accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions, and domestic partnerships

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