Procurement Manager - BESS

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CAPEX procurement strategies aligned with project development schedules and portfolio priorities
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes including RFIs, RFPs, bid evaluation, negotiation, and contract award
• Structure procurement approaches under multi-contract models (supply-only / full service, supply & install)
• Lead commercial negotiations with global OEMs covering pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, and performance guarantees
• Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic suppliers across Solar PV, BESS, and HV equipment
• Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships to ensure supply security and competitiveness
• Lead contracting for supply agreements, service agreements, and relevant framework agreements
• Cookordination with Legal and Engineering teams on risk allocation, LDs, technical guarantees, and contract interfaces
• Analyze project cost structures and drive cost optimization across key packages
• Monitor market trends, supply chain dynamics, lead times, and pricing benchmarks
• Identify and manage procurement risks including delivery risk, supplier concentration, and regulatory exposure
• Support investment processes including input into FID decisions and procurement strategies
• Act as procurement lead for assigned projects, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 6–10+ years of experience in procurement, commercial, or contract management roles
• Proven experience in CAPEX procurement within renewable energy
• Experience in Solar PV, BESS, or HV procurement is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex sourcing and negotiations for high-value packages
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in risk allocation and contract structuring
• Working understanding of PV, BESS, and/or HV systems

Key Competencies

• Structured, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Strong stakeholder management and communications skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Commercial judgment and risk-based decision-making
• Ability to balance cost optimization with long-term asset performance