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Senior Analyst (Wind), Renewable Procurement

Invenergy · Chicago, IL · Full time

Posted Aug 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you supported a negotiation. What did you prepare, and how did it go?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that good preparation and data are what give negotiators real leverage.

How do you stay organized when you are supporting several projects with different timelines and suppliers?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real system for tracking work, since the posting stresses staying highly organized.

Tell me about a time you had to explain a complicated commercial issue to people outside procurement.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly across many teams, which this role does every day.

What would you do

A supplier tells you a delivery will be three months late. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they think about schedule impacts, contract remedies and communication with the project team right away.

The engineering team wants one supplier, but commercial terms are better with another. How do you help resolve that?

What they are checking: Whether they can bring technical and commercial views together and frame the tradeoff for decision-makers.

About the work

Walk me through how you would put together an RFP for wind turbines or balance of plant services.

What they are checking: Whether they know what scope, specs and commercial terms must be clear for proposals to be comparable.

You get three turbine supplier proposals with different warranties, prices and delivery dates. How do you compare them?

What they are checking: Whether they can normalize offers and look at total cost and risk rather than just the headline price.

How would you build a cost estimate for major equipment on a wind project that is still two years from construction?

What they are checking: Whether they use market data, escalation and clear assumptions to forecast costs that projects can rely on.

What contract terms in a turbine supply agreement carry the most risk for a developer?

What they are checking: Whether they grasp delivery, liquidated damages, warranty and performance terms that protect a project.

What trends in the wind energy supply chain are you paying attention to right now?

What they are checking: Whether they have genuine curiosity about the industry, which the posting names as a key trait.

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The full job description

As published by Invenergy.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview The Senior Analyst, Renewable Procurement, will support the sourcing and commercial evaluation of major equipment and services for Invenergy's growing pipeline of wind energy projects. Responsibilities include issuing RFPs, evaluating supplier proposals, developing cost estimates and forecasts, and supporting commercial negotiations and supplier management activities with industry-leading manufacturers and service providers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a natural curiosity about the energy industry and an interest in contract drafting and negotiation. The successful candidate will possess the ability to remain highly organized, communicate effectively across multiple functions, build strong relationships, perform complex analyses, and develop recommendations for leadership based on analysis. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in renewable energy procurement, supplier negotiations, and commercial strategy while contributing directly to the successful execution of high-profile utility-scale wind energy projects across North America. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Renewable Procurement. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays. Responsibilities • Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Development, and Origination teams to identify and document project-specific technical, commercial, and schedule requirements for RFPs. • Draft and administer RFP packages for wind turbine equipment and service procurements, ensuring alignment with project objectives, commercial strategies, and stakeholder requirements. • Analyze wind OEM proposals and prepare summaries to support cross-functional decision-making and supplier award recommendations. • Support ongoing supplier relationship management efforts, including leading weekly supplier coordination meetings, preparing meeting summaries, tracking deliverables, and following up on key actions with internal and external stakeholders. • Coordinate the preparation and execution of routine contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, and change orders, working closely with internal stakeholders and legal counsel as needed. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, Engineering or other related discipline. • 2+ years of professional experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain management, contracting, finance, project development or other related field. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, including ability to organize and analyze large data sets, develop financial analyses, and prepare professional reports and presentations. • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of the renewable energy industry • Experience supporting contract negotiations. • A desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. • Demonstrated interest in renewable energy industry, infrastructure development, supply chain management or commercial strategy. • Proven influential verbal and written communication skills. • Strong ability to analyze data and interpret statistics. • Ability to communicate complex technical and commercial information to a variety of audiences. Base Pay 82,000.00 - 98,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 15% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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