Intern, Strategic Procurement [On-site]

EDF Renewables North America

Aug 6

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
San Diego

Requirements

- Entry-level knowledge of procurement strategies, processes, and best practices
- Provide analysis for high value and high-risk major contracts for goods and services
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, executive presence, interpersonal and presentation skills and the proven ability to influence and communicate effectively
- Establish relationships, influence, and negotiate competing priorities among business partners suppliers, markets, and trends within the renewable energy industry
- Apply efficient procurement processes, structures and analytical tools while having an eye to make changes to process and procedures based on knowledge of current business needs
- Challenge "conventional" thinking while considering others’ views and proactively persuades others utilizing facts
- A strong eye for detail to ensure accuracy in exchange of information and contracts
- Be a team player and develop a working understanding of key commercial and technical drivers of business success using this knowledge to make recommendations to the business to drive operational changes
- Work independently and translate team goals into clear, flexible action plans for self in a fast-changing environment
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook and SAP and learn new systems and tools rapidly
- Must be able to sit or stand at computer for a reasonable length of time typing and reading
- Regularly required to walk or stand

Responsibilities

Support the development of strategy for and the procurement of the key components that make up EDF Renewables’ projects and products, including onshore wind turbines, energy storage solutions, solar modules, solar inverters, tracking systems and other key technologies with a focus on onshore wind.
Support business demands and handle competitive tendering, and review and levelize vendor proposals.
Based on analysis, make and/or support recommendations as to which supplier/contractor/technology should be deployed including interfaces with a cross-functional team.
Support procurement guidance to the business including methodology, tools, and processes.
Support the demands from capital projects including drafting and providing price forecasts, assumption rationales and project procurement plans while representing procurement in internal and external meetings.
Support the identification and risk mitigation through collaboration with HSE, legal, credit, insurance and other key stakeholders.
Build and maintain multiple supplier relationships by supporting regular assessments of suppliers including business review meetings, analysis of supplier’s competitive advantages, and understanding of supplier pricing roadmaps.
Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to regular and ad-hoc reporting.

FAQs

Is this internship position on-site or remote?

This internship position is on-site.

What is the main focus of the procurement for this internship?

The main focus of the procurement for this internship is onshore wind turbines, energy storage solutions, solar modules, solar inverters, tracking systems, and other key technologies.

Are there opportunities for growth and development in this internship?

Yes, this internship provides opportunities to develop strategies, gain hands-on experience in procurement, and build relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

What skills are required for this internship position?

Required skills include strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Does the company provide sponsorship for work permits for this internship?

No, employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

What type of projects will I be involved with during this internship?

Interns will support the development of procurement strategies for key components of renewable energy projects, including categories related to wind, solar, and energy storage.

Is there a specific educational background required for this internship?

While the job description specifies entry-level knowledge, a background in business, procurement, or a related field would be beneficial.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a team, but you are also expected to work independently and develop clear action plans to achieve team goals.

What does the special projects and other duties entail in this internship?

Special projects and other duties may involve regular and ad-hoc reporting and performing additional tasks as assigned by the procurement team.

Which tools or systems will I be expected to learn during the internship?

You will be expected to learn and work with tools like SAP, as well as Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

EDF Renewables North America

Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Energy

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1987

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

EDF Renewables North America is a market leading independent power producer and service provider with 35+ years of expertise in renewable energy. The Company delivers grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex subsidiary, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids. EDF Renewables’ North American portfolio consists of 24 GW of developed projects and 13 GW under service contracts. EDF Renewables North America is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, the dedicated renewable energy affiliate of the EDF Group.