Deriva Energy · 1 month ago
Senior/Lead Strategic Procurement Specialist
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expDeriva Energy is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy, providing wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services. They are seeking a Senior or Lead Procurement Specialist to support fleet operations across its renewable energy portfolio, focusing on strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation.
Electrical DistributionEnergyLightingRenewable Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives supporting fleet operations across Deriva Energy’s renewable energy portfolio
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs); evaluate proposals with internal stakeholders and lead supplier selection and negotiations
Negotiate and manage complex commercial contracts, including operations and maintenance services, equipment, parts, field services, and managed services agreements
Partner with Fleet Operations, Asset Management, Engineering, and Strategic Operations leaders to develop procurement strategies that support asset reliability, availability, and cost efficiency
Develop sourcing strategies that maximize value, mitigate operational and commercial risk, and support long-term fleet performance
Own supplier relationships, including performance management, continuous improvement initiatives, and renewal strategies
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, controls, and governance standards
Support contract renewals, amendments, and commercial issue resolution
Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders as needed and support the full procure-to-pay lifecycle
Identify opportunities to standardize contracts, suppliers, and commercial terms across the fleet
Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field with 3 years or more of relevant experience
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree; Associate degree with 5 years or more of relevant experience
In lieu of an Associate's degree; HS/GED with 7 years or more of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree with 5 years or more of relevant experience for Lead Procurement Specialist
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree; Associate degree with 7 years or more of relevant experience for Lead Procurement Specialist
In Lieu of an Associate's degree; HS/GED with 9 years or more of relevant experience for Lead Procurement Specialist
Renewable energy industry experience, particularly supporting fleet operations, asset management, or field operations for wind and/or solar assets
Strong contract negotiation skills with demonstrated experience negotiating operations and maintenance, equipment supply, and service agreements
Working knowledge of commercial and legal terms commonly used in renewable energy contracts, including Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Equipment supply and warranty terms, Field services and managed services contracts
Strong understanding of commercial risk allocation, performance guarantees, and liability provisions
Proven ability to work in a strategic operations environment with shifting and competing priorities
Experience with full-cycle procure-to-pay (P2P) processes and ERP systems
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Strong ability to work with ambiguity and adapt to change quickly
Self-motivated, with high level of initiative and output
Ability to work independently while collaborating across cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates and business partners
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Matching
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Company
Deriva Energy
Deriva Energy generates electricity from renewable resources in the transition to cleaner energy.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$424MKey Investors
Principal Asset ManagementCapital One
2025-05-19Debt Financing· $127M
2024-10-01Debt Financing· $207M
2023-06-12Acquired
Leadership Team
John Clapp
Chief Executive Officer
John Paul
Chief Financial Officer
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