Procurement Specialist (Renewable Energy)

About the role

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.  The Procurement Specialist will   purchase   solar inverter and wind turbine parts, high-voltage components, field contractors, and crane services for Leeward’s projects. The individual will handle the sourcing, the procurement, and the closing of the purchasing transaction.   This position is available in Dallas TX and provides a perfect opportunity for an experienced renewable energy professional looking for high pace work within a small team, the ability to expand their experience, work with all levels of the organization, and contribute to the company's success.   Key Responsibilities:   Review and process purchase requisition s   submitted   by the company’s departments.   Establish, vet, and   maintain   vendors including   maintaining   contractors’ safety records in ISN.   Maintain vendor insurance certificate database and resolve policy discrepancies.   Assist   departments in   product search,   sourcing,   obtaining price quotes and product availability.   Manage RFP’s and   cont ract bids, review   terms   and conditions.   Negotiate pricing and delivery terms to reduce costs and meet operational and financial objectives.     Liaison between vendors and legal counsel when executing service and supply agreements.   Coordinate material deliveries and contractors to meet operational assignments.    Enter p urchase orders and proposals in database,   submit   purchase orders and service agreements to vendors.    Review,   research   and investigate receiving and billing documents against approved Purchase Orders and resolve   invoicing   discrepancies   and disputes   accordingly with the   appropriate internal   contacts / department(s)   Maintain and update internal purchasing documents on company share-drive.   Process   RMA’s -   returns of goods to vendors.   Assist   with annual inventory counts.     Maintain material and   component   database   Facilitate shipping of goods   inbound and outbound.     Qualifications:   Associates or BS in a related field   (BS preferred)   5 + years of experience    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   environmen t   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. Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:   Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.