Assistant Program Manager

Location Hybrid – 1-2 days/ onsite Minneapolis office. Candidates local to the Twin Cities encouraged to apply. Join Our Dynamic Market Transformation Team We are looking for an Assistant Program Manager to join our growing Market Transformation department. Reporting to Operations Manager, this role will lead two core functions: vendor procurement and department annual work planning and budgeting. The Market Transformation team accelerates the development and adoption of emerging energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies across Minnesota. Who We Are Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in Minneapolis and Roseville, MN. We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to reduce energy waste and emissions. CEE is recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune and is known for open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and work-life balance. What We Offer Insurance Coverage Options : To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2026 Benefit Summary (https://www.mncee.org/sites/default/files/2025-11/2026%20Benefits%20Summary.pdf). Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy-efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire. Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vesting and company contribution. Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges. Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time. Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance. Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization. What You’ll Do Procurement Process Support Maintain an in-depth understanding of CEE’s procurement policies and goals and maintain a productive and collaborative working relationship with the legal team. Extend knowledge and process support to the MT staff who engage in vendor procurement. Support MT teams in developing RFPs and RFQs for projects and initiatives, determining when to pursue an RFQ or RFP based on policy drivers and program needs. Manage the ongoing entry of vendors to RFQ lists on a predetermined cadence. Support vendor solicitation, outreach, and communication throughout the RFP and bidding processes to secure high-quality services and advance CEE’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Partner with Legal, Accounting, and Operations to ensure procurement processes, selection criteria, and process documentation meet organizational and state compliance requirements. Track procurement timelines, coordinate decision points, and independently make vendor selection and contracting recommendations within organizational guidelines. Maintain complete, current, and auditable procurement and vendor-selection documentation throughout each process. Contract Management & Vendor Compliance Ensure contracts are set up correctly and meet compliance requirements before execution. Maintain clear, accurate, and organized procurement and contract files in accordance with organizational document-retention requirements. Manage vendor invoice approvals, maintain supporting pa…

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