Director, Procurement
Treaty Oak Clean Energy, Austin, TX, United States
Location:
Austin preferred
Company Overview Treaty Oak Clean Energy (Treaty Oak) is a utility‑scale clean energy platform headquartered in Austin, Texas, focused on developing, commercializing, constructing, and operating utility‑scale solar plus battery storage projects in targeted U.S. energy markets. Our mission is to create a sustainable future by providing clean, low‑cost energy solutions to the grid, benefiting energy consumers, communities, and generations to come.
Treaty Oak features an experienced management team with a track record of developing and commercializing 10 GW+ of utility‑scale power projects and a collective 100+ years’ experience across critical competencies, including power markets, offtake structuring, design, engineering and real estate, with such expertise being put towards our 15+ GW portfolio of utility scale renewable energy projects across the U.S., including 485 MW of in‑construction and operational projects.
Treaty Oak is a wholly‑owned portfolio company of Macquarie Asset Management (Macquarie), one of the world’s largest infrastructure managers with $600 billion under management, pairing Treaty Oak’s renewables development expertise with Macquarie’s capital backing and global leadership in advancing the energy transition.
The Role Treaty Oak is seeking a Director of Procurement. In this role, you will oversee the procurement of critical commodities and services supporting utility‑scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects—including modules, HV transformers, BESS, trackers, solar inverters, and related quality control and third‑party audit services. Reporting to the VP, Procurement you will be involved in the entire procurement lifecycle, from identifying organizational needs, staying up to date in critical regulations, and developing sourcing strategies to support negotiations, executing contracts, and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and oversee the comprehensive procurement strategy for HV breakers and transformers, including managing RFQs, RFIs, offer evaluations, documentation workflows, negotiation and execution of supply agreements, contract approvals, and creation of purchase orders within accounting systems.
Lead the development and execution of logistics procurement initiatives, encompassing storage and transportation solutions for utility‑scale projects. Negotiate contracts, and optimize supply chain processes to support project timelines and cost objectives.
Manage national and international quality control services and manufacturing inspections for solar modules, storage systems, and HV transformers.
Support on the procurement of PV modules, BESS, and solar trackers, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate supplier capabilities, and drive continuous improvement in vendor relationships.
Establish and manage all contracts related to equipment procurement through internal software platforms, ensuring robust governance of seller and buyer obligations, change order management, technical review coordination with suppliers, and invoicing control.
Design and implement organization‑wide procurement information systems, maintaining and updating the vendor contact list using company platforms such as SharePoint, Firmex, or other company‑approved tools.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate closely with internal teams, including engineering, project, construction, legal, and finance, to manage the procurement activities (identify/update the needs in breakers, transformers, other services).
Develop strong relationships with vendors and service providers related to the equipment you are managing.
Reporting and Communication
Provide weekly reports about contractual obligations expected in the coming week and month.
Provide regular project updates, status reports, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
Foster transparent communication channels to keep all relevant parties informed of project progress and any deviations from the plan.
Define and update quarterly a market intelligence report regarding HV Breakers and transformers (lead time, price increase, tariffs).
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in procurement, logistics, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years experience in procurement for technical equipment for industrial projects. Experience in renewable energy or HV electrical equipment is a must.
Excellent interpersonal communication, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
Our Values
Integrity: We do what we say we are going to do.
Collaboration: We know that we are better together.
Ambition: We embrace challenge and excellence.
Adaptability: We find solutions and never quit.
Safety: We effectively identify and manage risk.
Employee Benefits
The salary for this position is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
We offer competitive benefits, including unlimited paid time off, paid holidays, cell‑phone stipend, 401K and a fully benefits plan for employees, including Medical, Dental, and Vision, and Life Insurance.
Treaty Oak is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Treaty Oak operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.
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Austin preferred
Company Overview Treaty Oak Clean Energy (Treaty Oak) is a utility‑scale clean energy platform headquartered in Austin, Texas, focused on developing, commercializing, constructing, and operating utility‑scale solar plus battery storage projects in targeted U.S. energy markets. Our mission is to create a sustainable future by providing clean, low‑cost energy solutions to the grid, benefiting energy consumers, communities, and generations to come.
Treaty Oak features an experienced management team with a track record of developing and commercializing 10 GW+ of utility‑scale power projects and a collective 100+ years’ experience across critical competencies, including power markets, offtake structuring, design, engineering and real estate, with such expertise being put towards our 15+ GW portfolio of utility scale renewable energy projects across the U.S., including 485 MW of in‑construction and operational projects.
Treaty Oak is a wholly‑owned portfolio company of Macquarie Asset Management (Macquarie), one of the world’s largest infrastructure managers with $600 billion under management, pairing Treaty Oak’s renewables development expertise with Macquarie’s capital backing and global leadership in advancing the energy transition.
The Role Treaty Oak is seeking a Director of Procurement. In this role, you will oversee the procurement of critical commodities and services supporting utility‑scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects—including modules, HV transformers, BESS, trackers, solar inverters, and related quality control and third‑party audit services. Reporting to the VP, Procurement you will be involved in the entire procurement lifecycle, from identifying organizational needs, staying up to date in critical regulations, and developing sourcing strategies to support negotiations, executing contracts, and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and oversee the comprehensive procurement strategy for HV breakers and transformers, including managing RFQs, RFIs, offer evaluations, documentation workflows, negotiation and execution of supply agreements, contract approvals, and creation of purchase orders within accounting systems.
Lead the development and execution of logistics procurement initiatives, encompassing storage and transportation solutions for utility‑scale projects. Negotiate contracts, and optimize supply chain processes to support project timelines and cost objectives.
Manage national and international quality control services and manufacturing inspections for solar modules, storage systems, and HV transformers.
Support on the procurement of PV modules, BESS, and solar trackers, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate supplier capabilities, and drive continuous improvement in vendor relationships.
Establish and manage all contracts related to equipment procurement through internal software platforms, ensuring robust governance of seller and buyer obligations, change order management, technical review coordination with suppliers, and invoicing control.
Design and implement organization‑wide procurement information systems, maintaining and updating the vendor contact list using company platforms such as SharePoint, Firmex, or other company‑approved tools.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate closely with internal teams, including engineering, project, construction, legal, and finance, to manage the procurement activities (identify/update the needs in breakers, transformers, other services).
Develop strong relationships with vendors and service providers related to the equipment you are managing.
Reporting and Communication
Provide weekly reports about contractual obligations expected in the coming week and month.
Provide regular project updates, status reports, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
Foster transparent communication channels to keep all relevant parties informed of project progress and any deviations from the plan.
Define and update quarterly a market intelligence report regarding HV Breakers and transformers (lead time, price increase, tariffs).
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in procurement, logistics, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years experience in procurement for technical equipment for industrial projects. Experience in renewable energy or HV electrical equipment is a must.
Excellent interpersonal communication, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
Our Values
Integrity: We do what we say we are going to do.
Collaboration: We know that we are better together.
Ambition: We embrace challenge and excellence.
Adaptability: We find solutions and never quit.
Safety: We effectively identify and manage risk.
Employee Benefits
The salary for this position is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
We offer competitive benefits, including unlimited paid time off, paid holidays, cell‑phone stipend, 401K and a fully benefits plan for employees, including Medical, Dental, and Vision, and Life Insurance.
Treaty Oak is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Treaty Oak operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.
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