Procurement Specialist

Leeward Energy • Dallas, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Job Summary: The Procurement Specialist (P2) is an individual contributor and member of the Procurement team. The Procurement Specialist reports to the Senior Manager of Procurement and will have a focus on assisting the Procurement Execution team in supporting projects through the sourcing, purchasing, and organization of high voltage (HV), medium voltage (MV), and main power transformer (MPT) Owner Supplied Equipment during development and construction.

Requirements

• Associates or BS in a related field
• 2+ years of experience in procurement and equipment purchasing agreements
• Experience working in an energy industry
• Detail oriented with a demonstrated high level of organization
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency when faced with important procurement issues that impact the schedule and budgets of renewable projects.
• Demonstrate excellent intrapersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of purchase agreements and inherent contractual risks
• Able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced business environment
• Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future . Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Nice To Haves

• HV experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers and service suppliers including but not limited to HV and MV Equipment.
• Ensure competitive bids are obtained for purchase of equipment as well as service contracts and ensure the pricing is consistent with established project budgets.
• Ensure inventory of Owner Supplied Equipment is always up to date.
• Provide updates on contractual timelines and obligations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree