What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Solar & BESS Procurement position at RWE AG?
RWE Clean Energy, LLC
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To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area : Procurement
Remuneration : Exempt
The Vice President, Procurement Solar and BESS will lead Capital Equipment Procurement of Solar PV and Battery Storage projects for RWE Clean Energy (PV modules, inverters, batteries, etc.). Reporting to the SVP of Procurement, they will provide leadership and guidance to the team, interface with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to RWE Clean Energy growth targets.
Responsibilities :
- Lead, develop and coach the PV & BESS Procurement team.
- Responsible for developing, implementing, and enhancing Procurement Category and Contract Strategies.
- Serve as the key interface between internal stakeholders (Development, Engineering, Project Management, Project Execution, etc.).
- Oversee strategy implementation for tendering, evaluating, and contracting Solar PV & Battery Energy Storage equipment to support the new build projects. Drive value-creating procurement solutions.
- Work closely with the Development, Engineering, and Construction teams to analyze various procurement options for projects and ensure Supply Chain activities are performed consistent with established schedules and budgets.
- Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and major contractors providing services to the renewable energy industry.
- Drive Supplier Relationship Management and Evaluation. Implement contractor performance and risk measures.
- Monitor regulatory environment to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.
- Ensure that policies, compliance rules, and processes are properly implemented and observed.
- Provide market analysis and set the basis for a sustainable supply chain during project execution.
- Track performance using metrics that enable acceleration of growth with a major focus on process efficiency, followed by a focus on reducing spend and total cost of ownership.
Qualifications :
Pay range : The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $190,000 - $250,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.
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.
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 Group’s 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 you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.
Nearest Major Market : Chicago
Job Segment : Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Procurement, Compliance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Energy, Operations, Legal
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Salary : $190,000 - $250,000
