Procurement Manager

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.Role DescriptionReporting directly to the CEO, the Procurement Manager will be responsible for both the strategic and operational management of corporate procurement. This includes ensuring the selection of reliable suppliers, effective negotiation of contractual terms, and compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards. The role oversees the entire procurement cycle, contributing to the operational efficiency of photovoltaic and energy efficiency projects, as well as supporting corporate functions.Responsibilities and ObjectivesDefine and implement procurement strategies for goods, services, and subcontractingOversee sourcing processes, supplier evaluation, and qualificationLead commercial negotiations for strategic and high-impact ordersEstablish, structure, and keep up to date procurement processes and contract standards, ensuring compliance with internal policiesCoordinate the buying team and administrative documentation, maintaining full traceability of RFQs, offers, and project contract documentsManage supply issues and relationships with key strategic suppliersMain ActivitiesManage tenders for key purchases (modules, inverters, systems, services, works)Draft and validate purchase contractsSupport Project Managers in procurement related to individual projectsAnalyze and update the vendor list based on qualification and vendor rating processesMonitor markets and benchmark pricesSupervise order flow, delivery notes, and invoices in collaboration with the AFC (Administration, Finance & Control) departmentPerformance Indicators (KPIs)Average annual savings generated through negotiationsCompliance of supplies with technical specifications and timelinesSupplier reliability level (quality/delivery KPIs)Administrative efficiency of the procurement cycleAverage order processing timeRequirementsEducation: Master's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Law, or equivalent. Additional qualifications such as an MBA or specific procurement training will be considered an assetExperience: At least ten (10) years of experience in procurement within the Renewable Energy sector (Photovoltaics, Storage, Wind)Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of the renewable energy sector and key industry playersSoft Skills: Leadership and team motivation capabilities, excellent negotiation and communication skills, strong results orientationLanguages: Fluent English (knowledge of additional languages will be considered an advantage)AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered.Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.