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. Job Summary:The Procurement Specialist (P2) is an individual contributor and member of the Procurement team. The Procurement Specialist reports to the Senior Manager of Procurement and will have a focus on assisting the Procurement Execution team in supporting projects through the sourcing, purchasing, and organization of high voltage (HV), medium voltage (MV), and main power transformer (MPT) Owner Supplied Equipment during development and construction.Essential Functions:<ul><li>Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers and service suppliers including but not limited to HV and MV Equipment.</li><li>Ensure competitive bids are obtained for purchase of equipment as well as service contracts and ensure the pricing is consistent with established project budgets. </li><li>Ensure inventory of Owner Supplied Equipment is always up to date.</li><li>Provide updates on contractual timelines and obligations.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Associates or BS in a related field</li><li>2+ years of experience in procurement and equipment purchasing agreements in HV experience a plus</li><li>Experience working in an energy industry</li><li>Detail oriented with a demonstrated high level of organization</li><li>Demonstrate a sense of urgency when faced with important procurement issues that impact the schedule and budgets of renewable projects. </li><li>Demonstrate excellent intrapersonal and communication skills</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of purchase agreements and inherent contractual risks</li><li>Able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced business environment</li></ul>Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid <ul><li><h1>Physical Demands:</h1></li><li>Position will require sitting for long periods of time as well as occasionally lifting up to twenty-pound boxes.</li><li>Occasional travel</li></ul><h2>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.</h2>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.<h2>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.</h2>

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) is a leading renewable energy company that owns and operates a portfolio of 24 renewable energy facilities across nine states totaling about 2,500 megawatts of generating capacity. LRE is actively developing and contracting new wind, solar, and energy storage projects in energy markets across the U.S., with 1.9 gigawatts contracted and 20 gigawatts under development and construction spanning over 100 projects. LRE is committed to providing long-term, sustainable energy solutions across all its projects that benefit its community partners while protecting and enhancing the environment. LRE is a portfolio company of OMERS Infrastructure, an investment arm of OMERS, one of Canada&rsquo;s largest defined benefit pension plans with C$121 billion in net assets (as of December 31, 2021). For more information, visit www.leewardenergy.com.

Procurement Specialist

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. Job Summary:The Procurement Specialist (P2) is an individual contributor and member of the Procurement team. The Procurement Specialist reports to the Senior Manager of Procurement and will have a focus on assisting the Procurement Execution team in supporting projects through the sourcing, purchasing, and organization of high voltage (HV), medium voltage (MV), and main power transformer (MPT) Owner Supplied Equipment during development and construction.Essential Functions:<ul><li>Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with major equipment manufacturers and service suppliers including but not limited to HV and MV Equipment.</li><li>Ensure competitive bids are obtained for purchase of equipment as well as service contracts and ensure the pricing is consistent with established project budgets. </li><li>Ensure inventory of Owner Supplied Equipment is always up to date.</li><li>Provide updates on contractual timelines and obligations.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Associates or BS in a related field</li><li>2+ years of experience in procurement and equipment purchasing agreements in HV experience a plus</li><li>Experience working in an energy industry</li><li>Detail oriented with a demonstrated high level of organization</li><li>Demonstrate a sense of urgency when faced with important procurement issues that impact the schedule and budgets of renewable projects. </li><li>Demonstrate excellent intrapersonal and communication skills</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of purchase agreements and inherent contractual risks</li><li>Able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced business environment</li></ul>Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid <ul><li><h1>Physical Demands:</h1></li><li>Position will require sitting for long periods of time as well as occasionally lifting up to twenty-pound boxes.</li><li>Occasional travel</li></ul><h2>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.</h2>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.<h2>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.</h2>

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