Join us to transform today's energy challenges into sustainable solutions for tomorrow and make a difference for our planet and future generations.
Boralex has been providing renewable and affordable energy for over 30 years. The Group, composed of more than 800 employees, operatesrenewable assets with an installed capacity of over 3 GW and is developing a project portfolio of 6.8 GW in wind, solar, and energy storage.
YOUR PROFILE
You are an experienced professional in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, contract management, or similar fields. You have in-depth knowledge of and experience in the renewable energy sector, with specific expertise in the solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage system (BESS) markets. You bring solid management experience, having led teams of procurement and contract management professionals. You demonstrate strong communications and project management skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. You would like to work for a pioneering Canadian company with strong human values in the field of renewable energy.
YOUR CHALLENGE
Reporting to the Senior Director, Procurement, you will organize and lead Boralex procurements of solar photovoltaic, battery energy storage (BESS), electrical and other equipment and services for solar and BESS projects.
Working closely with various groups within Boralex, you will have the following responsibilities:
- Lead a team of procurement and contract managers working mostly with storage and solar projects.
- Develop market knowledge and contribute to the establishment and maintenance of relationships with reputable solar module, inverter, tracker and battery energy storage system (BESS) suppliers and related services providers.
- Develop a strong understanding of major solar and storage suppliers’ capabilities, technology roadmaps, market positioning, and strategies; monitor market trends, technology evolution, pricing dynamics, tariff and trade impacts, and supply chain risks, and build sourcing strategies accordingly.
- Work closely with the development team to support market and cost forecasting, contributing to assumptions that enable a successful commercial strategy.
- Organize the preparation of RFIs and RFPs for solar PV equipment, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and other equipment and services in accordance with Boralex standards. Organize and manage the commercial and technical evaluation of suppliers’ proposals with a multidisciplinary team composed of specialists from engineering, construction, development, project management, asset management, finance and other disciplines.
- Organize multidisciplinary teams for contractual negotiations, lead and coordinate the negotiation process, and ensure compliance with approval requirements from the relevant governance bodies for contract execution.
- Assist in or lead the resolution of issues and disputes with suppliers during manufacturing, delivery, project implementation, or operations for solar and storage projects, including warranty and performance claims.
- Lead processes with suppliers to support Boralex’s Corporate Social Responsibility strategy, including supply chain due diligence on forced labour, traceability and ESG.
- Contribute to the development of the procurement function by providing ideas, feedback and requirements from your areas of responsibility, and work closely with the Senior Director, Procurement and other procurement leads to develop consistent approaches and processes, align strategies, and expand internal expertise and efficiency.
- Other tasks that fall under the responsibilities of the procurement team .
NB This position includes occasional travel within North America.
YOUR SKILLS
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in administration, finance, supply chain, engineering, or equivalent combination of education or experience.
- More than 10 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, including in roles such as Procurement Director, Category Manager, or equivalent senior procurement positions, with a focus on solar PV and/or battery energy storage equipment. Lesser experience may be considered if complemented by demonstrated subject-matter expertise.
- Experience in leading supply contract negotiations for solar and storage projects and managing contracts worth over CAD 100 million.
- Established relationships with key solar PV and battery energy storage OEMs at both working and decision-making levels, with in-depth knowledge of the supply chain, including component technologies and cell chemistry trends.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in implementing cross-functional projects; ability to lead and guide stakeholder team outcomes.
- Experience managing teams in a matrix organization, including direct reports and indirect contributors across multiple functions and geographies.
- Excellent project management skills; high degree of organisational skills; highly organised personal working habits.
- High level of negotiation skills; demonstrated ability to be persuasive, negotiate, and obtain consensus.
- Excellent command of the Microsoft suite.
- Team player and ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise multiple deadlines.
- French would be considered an asset.
Your profile doesn’t perfectly match the criteria listed above? Your skills could still make a difference! If you think you can contribute to our growth, don't hesitate to try your luck and apply.
To be fully fulfilled in your daily life:
By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition while adding your talent to an agile team. You will benefit from continuous training, flexible working hours and remote work, a retirement plan enhanced by Boralex, and a group insurance plan tailored to your personal needs.
Together, we will build a sustainable and inclusive world:
By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition. Boralex promotes a culture of sustainable performance, aligned with its business objectives. We focus on long-term growth and profitability while aiming to satisfy all our stakeholders. Continuous improvementis essential, with ambitious and measurable goals, and this culture is fostered by autonomy, the right to make mistakes, and employee empowerment.
Transparency, inclusion, and kindness are essential elements in creating a rewarding work environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. This is why we raise awareness among all our teams on these issues and offer support networks, best practices, and educational content.
We value the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and expressions among our colleagues, partners, and communities. Feel free to join us, regardless of your age, origin, gender, potential disability, sexual orientation, or beliefs.
We put our energy where it matters.
- Contribute to the growth of a company that’s actively involved in the energy transition.
- Add your talent to an agile work team.
- Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.
- Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice. Spend more time with your family thanks to a flexible and independent schedule.
- Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.
