Services Procurement Manager (Hybrid Remote Work Schedule)

Company: EDP Renewables
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

General Description:The Services Procurement Manager is responsible for identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining tools and procedures that support procurement of construction, operations, and engineering services. This position will be on a hybrid remote work schedule, working three days in office and two days from home.Main accountabilities:

• Create, implement, and manage a competitive bid process for all services required by EDPR NA
• Develop contracting strategies and processes for tendering Requests for Proposals, reviewing and leveling vendor proposals, and negotiating contracts that result in the best value possible
• Serve as a liaison between the Procurement, Construction, Engineering, and Operations departments
• Develop and manage purchasing plans and strategies relating to construction of the company's wind farms and solar park.
• Interface with suppliers during the Request for Proposal process
• Maintain responsibility for bid evaluations, commercial and contractual negotiations, and contract approval prior to contract finalization
• Create a competitive bid process that can be used at all levels of the organization
• Assist with the training of personnel in negotiations and contract management
• Oversee the development of standardized processes and templates for all contracting efforts
• Supervise the work of Contracts Analysts and Contracts Associates
• Additional duties as required Direct reports: 3-4Travel: 10-20%Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
  • 7 + years of experience in contract management, procurement, and negotiations
  • Thorough knowledge of the competitive bid process for construction, engineering, and operations services and of negotiation techniques
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
  • Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred). Behavioral requirements:
    • Ability to be self-motivated and problem-solve
    • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
    • Excellent time-management skills
    • Familiarity with short- and long-term planning techniques
    • Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills
    • Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasksPhysical demands & working conditions:
      • Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
      • Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
      • Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
      • Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
      • Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

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