Senior Manager, Energy Procurement at IHS Towers

Job Description
Energy Procurement Management:

• Oversee all procurement activities related to energy, ensuring cost-effectiveness and reliability.
• Lead and drive high-priority strategic sourcing projects and innovation initiatives in the energy procurement area.
• Develop and maintain relationships with energy suppliers and service providers.
• Lead negotiations and contract management for energy procurement agreements.

Technical Expertise:

• Possess in-depth knowledge of various energy systems, chemicals, and related technologies.
• Analyze the technical intricacies, advantages, and disadvantages of different energy solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovations in renewable energy and energy procurement.

Business Case Development:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling energy business cases.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.

Tender Process Management:

• Manage the end-to-end tender processes for energy procurement, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend selections based on technical and financial criteria.

Contract Governance:

• Oversee the contract lifecycle, ensuring adherence to terms, conditions, and performance standards.
• Mitigate risks associated with energy procurement contracts.

Category Management and Strategy:

• Understand and analyze IHS spend and supply market dynamics.
• Develop category profiles, plans, and sourcing strategies.
• Manage demand and specifications in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Align category strategies and procurement plans to manage stakeholder expectations.
• Provide overall functional leadership across the assigned category.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage and mentor a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance and support.
• Train and coach team members on category management, sourcing processes, methodology, and tools.
• Drive compliance and ensure the application of the company's policies and processes.

Performance Measurement and Reporting:

• Measure and report on procurement category progress and performance.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies and tactics for the category in scope.
• Implement best-in-class contracts and supply agreements.
• Deliver savings and internal efficiencies to the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Renewable Energy, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering is required. A master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in energy procurement, contract management, and project management.
• Strong technical knowledge of renewable energy systems and chemicals.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of energy market dynamics and regulations is preferred.
• Certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) is a plus.
• Polygraphs and psychometrics a prerequisite

Additional Information:
Organizational Competencies:

• Customer Focus - People demonstrating this competency understand & exceed our customers’ needs. They develop trusted, reliable & collaborative relationships. They are consistently operating to the highest standards of service & delivery.
• Innovation - People demonstrating this competency constantly seek new & improved ways to deliver our products & services. They champion engineering & skills development and work to create a collaborative and supportive operating environment.
• Integrity - People demonstrating this competency are open & honest in everything they do. They support financially & environmentally sustainable growth. They make socially responsible decisions and treat their stakeholders with respect.
• Be Bold - People demonstrating this competency are thorough in analyses & decision-making. They are courageous in expanding existing markets & developing new ones. They confidently pursue appropriate financial returns and are forward-thinking and ambitious.
• Sustainability- People demonstrating this competency are constantly seeking to create a positive impact in the communities we serve.