Senior Manager Purchasing and Procurement (renewables)

Description:

TAKKION is launching a transformative development of its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. The Senior Manager of Purchasing & Procurement (P&P) will lead the strategic development, design, and execution of the purchasing function. This is a new leadership role, responsible for building a procurement framework that drives visibility, accountability, and proactive cost management across the organization.

Why TAKKION?

We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where operational partnership and problem-solving are valued. You’ll work closely with leaders across operations, logistics, and finance while building strong vendor relationships that support our expanding footprint. As TAKKION continues to grow, this role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing procurement strategies that support a dynamic and evolving business.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Develop a disciplined and efficient supply chain management process, including the end-to-end process for each of our Business Units, information flow within and across businesses, hand-offs to operations, finance, and other functions, and overall vendor interactions and management.
• Design and implement a process to take maximum advantage of TAKKION’s overall company scale to negotiate the best pricing and other terms for all procurement.
• Build and lead a P&P team.
• Create and implement purchase order workflows aligned with project and operational timelines. Related, develop a real-time PO commitment tracking process to enhance cost accounting visibility before invoices are received.
• Manage vendors, negotiate contracts, and enforce compliance with procurement policies. Partner with TAKKION’s Accounts Payable team to develop the most favorable vendor relationships for the company.
• Lead the design and deployment of the Purchasing & Procurement module within our ERP, partnering with IT, Finance, Operations, and project teams.
• Publish weekly PO-based cost forecasts and committed spends to project controllers.
• Drive process improvements that integrate demand planning, supplier performance tracking, and D365 data analytics.
• Collaborate with Finance for cost tracking, accrual alignment, and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, risk mitigation, and audit readiness within procurement activities.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements:

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Previous experience in renewable energy is a plus.
• 7+ years of procurement and purchasing leadership experience, particularly in project-related fields including construction and maintenance services.
• Hands-on experience with relevant ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of project-based purchasing and job costing in industrial or energy sectors preferred.
• Proven leadership in standing up new systems or transformation initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel as required.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this role are generally light and primarily aligned with office-based work unless visiting operational facilities or job sites.

Specific requirements include:

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer or other digital devices.
• Regular use of computers, software systems, and virtual communication platforms.
• Occasional walking during on-site visits to different areas within the organization.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and via email.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to move throughout the office and attend meetings onsite or virtually.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment as required.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind if on location.
• May require occasional visits to field sites, warehouses, or vendor locations.
• Occasional travel may be required.

TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer.