Sr. Manager, Energy Storage Supply Chain and Technology

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview The Senior Manager, Energy Storage Supply Chain & Technology will drive the development and execution of procurement strategies for Invenergy’s Battery Energy Storage project portfolio. This role combines supply chain management, technical product evaluation, market intelligence, and supplier relationship management to identify and qualify battery energy storage systems (BESS) equipment solutions that meet Invenergy’s commercial and strategic objectives. The position will be based in Chicago, Illinois, and will require travel up to 25% of the time. This role reports to the Senior Vice President, Energy Storage Engineering and Procurement. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays. Duties And Responsibilities Build and lead a highly functioning, capable team to help drive and scale Invenergy’s Battery Energy Storage procurement program, with emphasis on the following subject matter areas. Supply Chain Management and Strategy – Continuously monitor and evaluate supply chain changes and evolutions in the marketplace. Assess and make recommendations regarding BESS equipment supplier partnerships and equipment selections for Invenergy’s BESS project pipeline. Formulate portfolio-level sourcing strategies for BESS equipment based on supply chain, product, and vendor evaluations. Technical Product Evaluation – Perform early technical due diligence on BESS product offerings including but not limited to DC blocks and power conversion systems (PCS) with support from the BESS Engineering Team. Work with suppliers to understand product roadmaps and R&D programs. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to evaluate and validate new products and technologies for deployment within Invenergy's BESS portfolio. Supplier Relationship Management – Lead the management of existing commercial relationships with key BESS suppliers and work to evaluate and establish new supplier relationships. Perform supplier and product qualification reviews including assessment of technical capabilities, quality programs, and manufacturing standards. Track and report on supplier performance, pricing, quality, and supply chain developments. Market Intelligence – Maintain a strong understanding of BESS equipment market dynamics including technology trends, supply chain developments, policy changes, and cost trends. Report on market insights to inform procurement strategies, supplier engagement approach, and contract negotiations and management. Supply Contract Support - Actively participate in contract negotiations with suppliers on technical scope, schedule, warranty and performance guarantee issues supporting our commercial contracts team and with support of our BESS Engineering Team and other relevant stakeholders. Trade and Tax - Actively engage with our tax, legal and regulatory teams on Trade and Tax-related issues concerning supply chain compliance, regulatory compliance, tax-related compliance issues and import limitations and restrictions. Communication - Communicate with leadership on critical issues concerning supply chain risks and opportunities, new products and chemistries and supplier relationships. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, business, or a related f…

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