Electrical Procurement Manager

<p><strong>Headquartered in Reno, NV, Ormat designs, develops, builds, owns and operates geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants in the US and worldwide. With a spotless international reputation, we&rsquo;re on track to become a leading global provider of renewable energy.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>We take pride in our family-oriented business building practical green energy solutions from the ground up.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Join a team that&rsquo;s giving new life to the future of our planet.&nbsp;</strong></p>

Philadelphia, PA, US, 19103

Ormat Technologies, Inc.

https://www.ormat.com/en/home/a/main/

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Full Time

Overview: The Electrical Procurement Manager (U.S.) owns the full electrical procurement scope for Ormat's U.S. battery energy storage (BESS) and utility-scale solar projects. The role covers commercial strategy, sourcing, contracting, supplier delivery and escalation for BESS containers and enclosures, PV modules, inverters (PCS), trackers, transformers, switchgear, MV/HV electrical balance of plant, e-houses and control cabinets.<br /> <br />Based in Philadelphia, the position is the single commercial owner of the U.S. electrical category. It works alongside the Israel-based electrical category team and reports to the Head of Global Procurement, partnering closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Legal, Trade Compliance, Logistics and Finance.<br /> <br />Beyond execution, the role is expected to move U.S. electrical buying from project-by-project purchasing to portfolio-based strategic sourcing &mdash; establishing master agreements, securing supplier capacity ahead of the project pipeline, and protecting projects against tariff, domestic content and lead-time exposure.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />
Responsibilities: Category ownership &ndash; BESS and Solar<br /><br /> <ul> <li>Own the U.S. electrical category strategy for BESS and solar: negotiation strategy, pricing and lead-time approvals, and final commercial escalation with suppliers.</li> <li>Lead sourcing of major equipment: BESS containers/enclosures and integrated systems, PV modules, inverters and PCS, trackers, MV/HV transformers, switchgear, cabling, e-houses and control cabinets.</li> <li>Build and maintain a qualified supplier base across the U.S., Asia and Europe, including new supplier identification, qualification and onboarding.</li> <li>Consolidate demand across the U.S. project pipeline and secure supplier capacity and pricing in advance of project award.</li> </ul> <br />Contracts and Commercial<br /><br /> <ul> <li>Lead negotiation and execution of MSAs, framework agreements, supply agreements and equipment POs for BESS and PV packages, including correct PO split and signature flow.</li> <li>Work with Legal and Contract Management on terms and conditions, SOWs, liquidated damages, warranty and performance guarantees, indemnity, lien waivers and dispute mechanisms; flag high-risk commercial terms early.</li> <li>Benchmark supplier pricing against market and project budgets; deliver measurable cost savings and report against procurement KPIs.</li> </ul> <br /> <p>Trade Compliance, Procurement Governance, and Team Leadership</p> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with Ormat procurement procedures, approval matrices, segregation of duties, audit requirements, and ERP purchasing controls. Maintain SAP as Ormat&rsquo;s system of record for supplier evaluation, approval, purchasing, and control following applicable onboarding and training.</li> <li>Provide leadership and commercial direction to U.S. electrical procurement activities, including coordinating and developing buyers, cross-functional team members, and external resources supporting the category. Balance workload, maintain appropriate coverage, and ensure open items have clear ownership.</li> <li>Serve as the primary commercial escalation point for U.S. electrical suppliers and equipment packages, escalating material financial, contractual, quality, or schedule risks to the Head of Global Procurement.</li> </ul> <br /><br /> <br />Other Responsibilities<br /><br /> <ul> <li>Travel to project sites and supplier factories in the U.S. and internationally (estimated 30&ndash;50%).</li> <li>Provide procurement input to budgets, pipeline schedules and executive reporting.</li> <li>Support continuous improvement of procurement templates, SOWs, evaluation criteria and standard work.</li> <li>Other duties and projects assigned by management.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (CPSM, CIPS) Electrical Engineering an advantage.</li> <li>8+ years of procurement experience, with at least 4 years buying electrical equipment for utility-scale renewable energy, EPC, utility or heavy industrial projects.</li> <li>Direct, hands-on experience purchasing BESS and/or solar PV equipment &mdash; modules, inverters, trackers, batteries, transformers, switchgear or MV/HV balance of plant.</li> <li>Proven ownership of high-value, long-lead equipment packages from RFQ through delivery and closeout.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience negotiating and administering complex supply agreements and MSAs.</li> <li>Working knowledge of U.S. trade and incentive requirements affecting renewable equipment &mdash; tariffs, domestic content and origin documentation.</li> <li>2+ years leading or supervising buyers, or leading cross-functional sourcing teams.</li> <li>Strong negotiation and total-cost-of-ownership thinking; comfortable challenging suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Advanced working knowledge of SAP (S/4HANA preferred) and ERP purchasing processes, with strong master data discipline.</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-moving construction environment.</li> <li>Clear, concise written and verbal communication; able to brief executives on risk, cost and schedule in one page.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint for analysis and reporting.</li> </ul> <br />Physical Requirements<br /><br /> <ul> <li>The ability to work at a computer and use repetitive motion for long periods of time.</li> <li>The ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.</li> <li>This position requires sitting, walking and periodic site visits in active construction and manufacturing environments.</li> </ul> <br /><br /> <br />Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia