Manager, Procurement

RWE•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Procurement Manager will oversee day-to-day sourcing and purchasing activities to ensure the business gets the material and services it needs on time, at competitive cost and terms. The role requires coordination with suppliers, negotiation, and supporting business needs with the broader procurement strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum 5 years of procurement experience
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
Ability to present and communicate effectively to senior level management.

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle procurement for assigned grid equipment packages, managing the process from sourcing through contract execution and supplier onboarding
Develop sourcing strategies tailored to individual projects, balancing competitive pricing, supplier capabilities, and project schedules
Conduct advanced bid evaluations by reviewing commercial, technical, and risk-related aspects of supplier proposals, producing detailed award recommendations
Negotiate commercial terms directly with suppliers, securing favorable pricing, warranties, liquidated damages, and delivery commitments while mitigating contractual risks
Draft, review, and finalize contracts in collaboration with Legal and internal stakeholders, ensuring all terms comply with company policies and regulatory requirements
Act as procurement lead for project teams, coordinating closely with Engineering, Development, and Construction to align sourcing decisions with project goals
Monitor supplier execution against contracts, tracking critical milestones and escalating non-performance issues where needed
Maintain accurate reporting of procurement timelines, contract values, and supplier performance for management visibility
Support supplier relationship management by fostering collaboration, addressing conflicts, and identifying opportunities for long-term partnerships
Provide insights into market dynamics for WTG, grid components, and hydrogen technologies, sharing intelligence with leadership and cross-functional teams