Job Description

At AES, we raise the quality of life around the world by changing the way energy works. Everyone makes an impact every day in our small, global teams. Apply here to start an extraordinary career today.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

* Act as the internal and external focal point for all matters relating to procurement of equipment for up to 10 renewable energy projects at a time
* Responsible for meeting project schedules, budgets, and tracking procurement savings
* Ensure major equipment purchase orders are carried out from signing to final payment including internal approvals, planning, tracking, delivery, receipt/inspections, vendor performance, and payments
* Managing purchase requests through the approvals process
* Responsible for coordinating with Project Management and Engineering to plan, assemble, and execute detailed vendor Task Orders
* AES representative with equipment vendors after the purchase order has been issued including scheduling regular vendor business and performance reviews
* Review and manage vendor transportation & logistics strategies
* Track, manage and ensure vendor KPIs in accordance with project expectations, provisions of the purchase orders, and framework contracts
* Resolve issues as they arise, including the negotiation and execution of change orders to support changes in projects schedules and design
* Process invoices and lien waivers to facilitate timely payments through accounting
* Support the Project Management and Finance groups to track payments and forecast cash flows for major equipment on assigned projects
* Set up and manage procurement folders for 3rd party diligence (i.e., EPC and Finance)
* Responsible for responding to lender and investor diligence related to equipment procurement on assigned projects
* Manage warranty claims through COD, and provide ad-hoc support to the Operations group
* Cultivate positive relationships inside and outside of the company
* Represent the company by demonstrating corporate values and culture
* Other job-related duties and projects as assigned
* Up to 10% travel required.

Core Competencies:

* Track record of ability to instill confidence as a credible, reliable, and expert support resource for team members
* Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical, relationship and time management skills
* Detail orientated and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
* Takes initiative to identify what needs to be done, doing it before asked, and follows up with other to ensure commitments have been fulfilled.
* Team player with strong initiative, able to work autonomously to complete tasks but equally able to enlist the support of cross-functional team members and external suppliers and partners

Minimum Qualifications:

* 2-3 years of experience in tactical procurement (buyer / planner), project management, logistics (transportation), or supply chain role
* Technical knowledge and skill in utility scale solar construction will be highly considered
* High proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
* Working knowledge in SAP or similar ERP systems

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, logistics, supply chain management, or business operations

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.