Services Sourcing Specialist - Acciona Energia : Job Details

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

Description

As a Services Sourcing Specialist, you will be the main liaison between internal and external stakeholders. This will include collaboration with Business Development, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Finance, suppliers, and subcontractors within the market research and buyout phases of the renewable energy projects.

The sourcing specialist will be managing the strategic sourcing, design services, and sub-consultants for new development projects, and leading cost reduction initiatives for the assigned area of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic contractor relationships to support new construction projects.
• In collaboration with other project disciplines, amend and update the project procurement plan as required in changing circumstances.
• Lead bid processes, including development and issuance of RFPs, response to bidder inquiries, lead pre-bid meetings, receiving and analyzing bids, preparing commercial bid tabulations and detailed cost analysis, leading bid clarification process, and selection of successful bidders.
• Conduct contract negotiations, with assistance from Legal and interdepartmental leaders, for the establishment of contract terms or master service agreements.
• Registering vendors and monitoring the risk.
• Execute daily purchase orders in support of assigned areas of responsibility, per defined corporate strategies.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required,
• Experience in the Energy, Oil & Gas, or Construction sectors required.
• Field experience is a strong plus, but not required.
• Highly self-motivated with a demonstrated passion for delivering quality work and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work effectively both individually and/or as part of a team
• Ambitious to continuously gain new knowledge about the supply chain, other disciplines, the company, and the market.Advanced knowledge of purchasing processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in SAP software.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in international businesses or cultures.
• Must have the ability to travel a minimum of 5% of the time.
• Have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Must have the ability to obtain a valid passport.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits – we've got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:

· Annual Company Bonus

· Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans

· 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days

· 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays

· $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment

· Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement

· Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building's fitness center

· Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.