Procurement Manager - DSP [Hybrid]
EDFAbout Us : EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand. From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation. Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future. Benefits & Perks : EDF power solutions offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following: Competitive bonus incentives . This position is eligible for our annual bonus program. Comprehensive health coverage . We provide low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. Rewarding 401k. We provide a generous matching contribution. We are also proud to offer: Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service. Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities. Supportive mentorship & buddy programs. Salary Range : The full pay range for this role is $84,700 to $141,100 annually, and the good faith estimated starting pay for this position upon hire is $101,6010 to $118,454 annually. We generally base our salary decisions on factors including but not limited to, relevant work and leadership experience, education, demonstrated performance, internal equity, and in some cases, geographic location. Scope of Job : The Procurement Manager will lead and support the procurement of equipment for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) team of the Company’s distribution-scale power business unit as they plan and execute 5-150 MW solar and storage projects. The Procurement Manager is a central point of collaboration between development, engineering, and project management teams. Equipment will include all long lead, major equipment, materials and supplies. Primary activities are equipment supplier strategy, evaluation, RFP process & administration, analysis, negotiation and contracting. The Procurement Manager will report to the General Manager. This is a Hybrid role based in Columbia, MD. Long-Lead Equipment & Materials Procurement: Manage procurement process of PV modules, inverters, transformers, BESS systems, switchgear, and balance-of-plant materials. Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, and SME’s to identify long-lead items and initiate procurement. Track all open purchase orders from issuance through delivery and acceptance; escalate any delivery risk to project management teams. Maintain process to manage portfolio-level PO records including but not limited to open orders by project, vendor, delivery date, and status. Collaborate with the broader EDFps strategic procurement group on platform level vendor discussions or negotiations if needed. Review nationwide trends on raw good pricing and advise on the appropriate purchase strategy. Collaborate with project management team on potential delays due to shortages of supplies or materials. Vendor Management & RFQ Process: Manage approved vendor list for key equipment categories; evaluate new vendors against cost, quality, and lead time criteria. Run competitive RFQ/RFP processes for equipment and materials where multiple qualified suppliers exist. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and warranty provisions on equipment supply agreements; escalate to legal on non-standard terms. Contract & Cost Manag…