Sr. Manager, Procurement Solar & BESS

RWE Clean Energy, LLC – Senior Manager, Procurement Solar & BESS

Full time, permanent – start as soon as possible. Functional area: Procurement.

Role Responsibilities

• Solar & Energy Storage Category Strategy and Contract Management (primary focus on PV modules and inverters) – implement and proactively manage equipment contract execution with comprehensive understanding of the market and regulatory environment.
• Manage relationship with key suppliers and coordinate overarching initiatives (e.g., MSA or frame agreements).
• Develop the procurement strategy for tendering, evaluating and contracting Solar PV & battery energy storage equipment to support new‑build energy storage projects.
• Serve as key interface between internal stakeholders (development, engineering, etc.) and the supplier ecosystem.
• Drive value‑creating procurement solutions.
• Work closely with development, engineering and construction teams to analyze various procurement options for projects.
• Resolve escalated supplier disputes or complex contract issues, guiding team members in developing resolution strategies while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers and suppliers, and major contractors providing services to the renewable energy industry.
• Drive supplier relationship management and evaluation; implement contractor performance and risk measures.
• Ensure that policies, compliance rules and processes are properly implemented and observed.
• Coordinate to meet the needs of development, project execution and energy marketing to successfully construct solar farms and energy storage projects in North America.
• Adapt quickly to changing market conditions and respond rapidly to changes in the build program.

Job Requirements and Experience

• At least 8 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in renewable energy focused on solar PV and energy storage.
• Knowledge of the procurement process and experience in negotiating large power generation equipment contracts; logistics experience is an upside.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage customer relationships.
• Proactive mindset for problem solving and risk mitigation.
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the company and renewables space.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
• Strong leadership, communication and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organization skills with ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Ability to multi‑task, work independently and as part of a team.
• Motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Responsive to direction, easy to challenge and develop, and coachable.
• Detail‑oriented, strong business acumen and sound understanding of business concepts.

Pay Range

Annual base salary range in Illinois: $126,000 – $175,000.

Benefits Offered

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and eligibility for short‑term incentives.

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Ad code 91118. Contact HR: [email protected].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.