Manager, O&M Procurement

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Director, Operations Procurement, the O&M Procurement Manager is responsible for leading commercial negotiations for O&M contracts and service agreements in support of Operations, Asset Management, and Development spanning Clearway’s pipeline of wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The O&M Procurement Manager will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to structure project agreements and amendments, serving as the principal interface responsible for negotiating contracts aligned with Clearway Energy’s commercial objectives within commercial and risk management guidelines.

This position will report to the Director, Operations Procurement, and can be based in Scottsdale, AZ, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Houston, TX, or Denver, CO. Our Scottsdale, AZ office is the preferred location.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop, evaluate, negotiate, execute, and manage a wide variety of operational and long-term service agreement contracts
• Maximize the value of existing O&M agreements through close collaboration with Procurement, Asset Management, and Operations departments
• Lead a team of three (3) sourcing specialists dedicated to supporting operational scopes and transactions
• Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and serve as the singular point of contact for matters concerning contracts for Clearway’s portfolio of operating wind, solar, and battery storage projects
• Maintain records of correspondence and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress
• Communicate and present information and sourcing recommendations to stakeholders about all contract-related matters
• Assist stakeholders with contract interpretation and support escalation of key contractual terms internally and externally
• Manage relationships with key vendors and suppliers performing under long-term service agreements
• Monitor contracts and move forward with close-out, extension, or renewal of key operating agreements
• Resolve any contract-related problems that arise externally and internally
• Ensure the organization's internal contract documents are accurate and well-maintained
• Provide active support and inputs on new potential business opportunities with new long-term service agreement providers
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and devise plans to implement these changes with key stakeholders

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply chain management, or procurement
• Three (3) or more years of O&M or asset management contracting experience
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the business and industry, and a solid understanding of legal concepts
• Comfortable working as part of a cross-functional team
• People-management or related leadership experience
• Possesses a strong attention to detail, superior organizational skills, and agility to manage multiple projects with shifting timelines
• Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of common programs such as Microsoft Office
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, logic, and reason in resolving conflicts and solving business problems
• Capable of comprehending the company’s risk appetite and ensuring contracts reflect such risk position

What Would Be Nice

• Energy industry experience – renewables (solar, wind, and energy storage)
• Strong analytical skills, including net present value (NPV) or internal rate of return (IRR) analyses
• SAP S4 HANA and/or SAP Ariba experience

Clearway will not sponsor non-immigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

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Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together
Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide
Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.