Strategic Procurement Lead
About The Position
The Strategic Procurement Lead will be responsible for leading sourcing strategy, supplier engagement, and contract execution for critical equipment and EPC services across IPX Power’s renewable energy projects. This role will focus heavily on Wind EPC and Wind Turbine Supply Agreements, working closely with development, engineering, construction, finance, and legal teams to structure and execute complex procurement transactions. This position plays a key role in developing supplier relationships, managing competitive procurement processes, and negotiating major infrastructure contracts that support the successful development and construction of utility-scale renewable energy projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field
- 7–12+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or project development supporting large infrastructure or renewable energy projects
- Direct experience negotiating EPC contracts and equipment supply agreements for utility-scale renewable energy projects
- Strong understanding of wind energy supply chains, including turbine supply agreements and EPC contracting structures
- Demonstrated experience managing competitive procurement processes and vendor negotiations
- Ability to analyze complex commercial terms and structure transactions that balance cost, schedule, and risk
- Strong quantitative and financial analysis skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple procurement transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced development environment
- Highly proficient with collaboration and analytical tools such as Excel, G-Suite, and procurement management platforms
Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing strategy and procurement activities for wind EPC contracts and turbine supply agreements
- Develop and manage competitive procurement processes including RFPs, RFQs, and bid evaluations for EPC contractors and equipment suppliers
- Structure, negotiate, and execute major infrastructure contracts including EPC agreements and wind turbine supply agreements
- Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic vendors and supply chain partners
- Conduct supplier market analysis to identify new vendors and procurement opportunities
- Support project teams in developing procurement strategies that optimize cost, schedule, and risk management
- Collaborate with engineering, development, finance, and legal teams to align procurement strategies with project requirements
- Manage contract amendments, change orders, and post-contract execution activities
- Monitor supply chain risks and proactively address potential impacts on project timelines and budgets
- Track vendor performance and support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
- Provide procurement insights and market intelligence to support project development and investment decisions
Benefits
- 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
- Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
- Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
- Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
- 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
- $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
