Procurement Senior Associate Job at EDP (Houston)

Job Description

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. Hey there! At EDP Renewables, we're all about saving the planet and having a blast doing it! We're like superheroes, but instead of capes, we're wearing sustainable energy hats. Our mission? To create a more inclusive, shared, and greener world! We're talking wind power, solar power, and hydro power - all the powers combined to make the world a better place. By 2030, we're aiming to be as green as a field of clovers, and we're not stopping there! We're committed to Changing Tomorrow Now by promoting gender equality, welcoming people of all abilities, bringing different generations together, and celebrating diversity in our workplace. So come on, join us on this epic journey to save the planet!

Job Responsibility

Support the Procurement Lead in developing sourcing strategies and competitive procurement processes for utility-scale capital equipment and engineering and construction services
Lead RFQs/RFPs, evaluate technical and commercial proposals, and recommend supplier and contractor selections
Build and maintain supplier and contractor relationships throughout the sourcing, manufacturing, and project lifecycle
Partner with Engineering, Development, Project Management, Finance, Construction, and Estimating to support project execution
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, schedules, warranties, service agreements, and contracts to achieve the best overall value
Prepare commercial evaluations, support supplier and contractor negotiations, and administer contracts through execution
Manage procurement documentation, contracts, budgets, milestone payments, and project schedules
Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers and contractors to support project needs
Coordinate construction and engineering on manufacturing schedules, Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), inspections, and delivery
Manage supplier and contractor lead times, to project schedules, identifying and addressing potential schedule risks
Monitor and manage supplier and contractor performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and schedule
Support the development and improvement of procurement processes, tools, templates, and documentation
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Business-related field, Engineering or Construction
5+ years of professional related supply chain, business operations, engineering, construction management, or industry manufacturing experience, including experience with external contract negotiation for services
Thorough knowledge of the competitive bid process for construction and engineering services and negotiation techniques
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and familiarity with e-enabled supply chain systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP)
Excellent organizational skills
Statistical and analytical skills for evaluating supplier proposals and pricing
Problem-solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to be self-motivated
Excellent time-management skills
Familiarity with short- and long-term planning techniques
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills
Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks
Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity
Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Nice to have

Experience with procurement, contract and project management preferred
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)

What we offer

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

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