Procurement Specialist
Evolugen by Brookfield Renewable
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Gatineau, QC
Contract type: Full time
About Us
Brookfield Renewable is one of the core businesses under Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”), one of the world’s leading alternative asset managers. Brookfield Renewable is one of the world’s largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $102 billion of power assets under management. Our portfolio of hydropower, wind, utility-scale solar, distributed generation, and storage assets extends across North America, South America, Europe, India, and China, totaling almost 33,000 megawatts of capacity, and over 7,000 generating facilities globally.
We attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero.
Working Here, You Will Enjoy
At Brookfield, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.
Reporting to the Director, Development and Construction Procurement, the Procurement Specialist will be responsible for the management and execution of activities surrounding the procurement of goods and services supporting Project Development and Construction of battery energy storage systems (BESS), wind and solar assets across North America, with a large focus on sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Brookfield Renewable is one of the core businesses under Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”), one of the world’s leading alternative asset managers. Brookfield Renewable is one of the world’s largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $102 billion of power assets under management. Our portfolio of hydropower, wind, utility-scale solar, distributed generation, and storage assets extends across North America, South America, Europe, India, and China, totaling almost 33,000 megawatts of capacity, and over 7,000 generating facilities globally.
We attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero.
Working Here, You Will Enjoy
At Brookfield, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.
- We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, bonus structure, a health benefits program, and defined contribution pension plan.
- Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams. For your wellbeing, our building is equipped with a modern gym, bike storage, and healthy snacks and drinks.
- We cultivate a culture where we invest in your growth and development.
Reporting to the Director, Development and Construction Procurement, the Procurement Specialist will be responsible for the management and execution of activities surrounding the procurement of goods and services supporting Project Development and Construction of battery energy storage systems (BESS), wind and solar assets across North America, with a large focus on sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue Request for Proposals (RFPs), evaluate proposals with internal stakeholders and lead contractual negotiations with suppliers
- Negotiate agreements and support contract renewals
- Develop sourcing strategies that maximize value and mitigate risks to the company and its clients
- Work with functional leaders to set strategic procurement direction
- Safeguard, and ensure adherence to, all company procurement processes and policies
- Create purchase orders in support of Project Development and Construction activities
- Assist in other day-to-day Procurement tasks as required
- Experience with negotiating EPC, Major Equipment and Long-Term Services Agreements for utility-scale projects
- A minimum of four (4) years of work experience in procurement and experience Renewable Energy (BESS, Wind, and Solar) Project sourcing & contracting
- Completion of a degree in Business Administration or Engineering
- Strong negotiation skills & working knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques
- Thorough understanding of full cycle procure to pay process & previous experience using an ERP system (Procore considered an asset)
- Working knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Excellent project management and organizational and time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to self-motivate and work on a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously in an ever-changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently within a team environment
- Positive, proactive approach to enhancing procurement methods and company practices
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
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