Responsibilities
- Sourcing and Vendor Support: Assist Procurement team in the generation, management, and comprehensive analysis of all Annual and Ad-hoc RFPs to secure competitive pricing and maintain high-quality service standards.
- Facilitate and provide support in vendor discussions and negotiations with Field Service Providers (FSPs) to optimize contract terms and pricing.
- Contract Management & Database: Facilitate the end-to-end contract execution process for Field Service Partners, including updates, signature routing, and secure archiving.
- Maintain and update the master contract and amendment database, ensuring quick, cross-functional accessibility.
- Cost & Financial Modeling: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop accurate and complete cost estimates for all residential and commercial projects.
- Apply financial formulas and intermediate-level math for margin calculations and to evaluate strategic business decisions.
- Advanced Data Management: Utilize proficient use of functions in Google Sheets and Excel (Vlookups, pivot tables, data cleaning) to manage and interpret large datasets associated with regional and national RFP cycles.
- AI Integration & Process Automation: Comfort experimenting with AI tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT) for data mining, asset mapping, complex analysis, and process automation, helping improve efficiency across procurement functions.
- Cost Reduction Initiatives: Assist Procurement Manager in designing and executing strategic projects specifically aimed at achieving significant Field Service Provider (FSP) and Direct Tech cost reductions for residential and commercial sectors.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of experience in the renewable energy industry
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency with G Suite (Drive, Sheets, Gmail)
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Working knowledge of CRM applications (e.g., Salesforce)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to remain focused and productive with repetitive tasks while also handling complex projects
- Passion for learning new skills and adapting to business changes
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with AI applications (Gemini, ChatGPT) for data purposes
Benefits
- Family medical, dental, vision, disability
- 401(k) administration and $1k match per year
- Thoughtful paid time off
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave to all FTE employees (birthing and non-birthing) after 1 year
- Four-week paid sabbatical leave after four years
- Competitive total compensation package that includes monthly health insurance premiums, bonuses and long-term stock options for every employee
- Up to $500 in annual learning reimbursement for courses, certifications, or conferences
Additional Information
- We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.
- Most of our roles offer the opportunity to work remotely.
- If you are in the Seattle area, we offer a vibrant office space in the historic and beautiful Smith Tower, in the heart of Pioneer Square.
- We prioritize applicants near one of our employee clusters and offer one or more local gatherings per year.
