Copia Power
Overview
Copia Power (Copia)
is an energy transition company focused on developing, constructing and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms. At Copia, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful environmental impact and believe that progress comes from collaboration and strong relationships across the organization. We combine passion and playfulness to drive results. Job Description
Copia is seeking a Manager, Procurement and Logistics to provide key procurement and logistics support to execute on a multi-gigawatt pipeline of projects under pre-construction planning or in construction. This role requires experience in the Renewable Energy Industry with a focus on utility-scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems. The Manager, Procurement and Logistics will report directly to the Director, Procurement and work closely with Copia’s asset management, energy markets, legal, and finance teams in an individual contributor capacity. Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Procurement, support the EPC team with procurement and logistics functions, ensuring broad collaborative communication with all necessary stakeholders. Coordinate and report on procured material from supplier to site, including insurance information, delivery coordination, warehousing, etc. Be the primary Copia personnel responsible for inventory management and relationship/management of logistic providers (warehousing, transportation, etc.). Maintain a centralized repository of executed contracts and related documentation. Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions including deliveries, invoices, purchase orders, lien waivers. Develop internal tracking of Bills of Lading (BOLs) and work with the Data team to maintain and publish state of inventory; research inventory management systems. Support negotiations for purchase orders, logistics agreements and change orders. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders through the purchase and supply agreement lifecycle to meet goals and schedules. Collaborate with Finance and Procurement to track actual spend against contract budgets. Provide support to vendor RFP processes, including supporting the development of EPC data room, proposal review and comparison, selection, and contract negotiation, with assistance from Project Management and Engineering teams. Support forecasting and budgeting efforts by providing contract spend insights. Escalate non-compliance issues and support resolution efforts. Communicate plans clearly and concisely to senior leadership. Work with Asset Management to optimize inventory across spares and with 3rd-party O&M service providers. Ability to travel and be on-site in warehouse or laydown yards during critical times such as load in/load out, quarantining of damaged equipment, etc. Work with Risk and Insurance for insurance placement and management of any claims. Work with Legal to understand sales tax rules and regulations, especially as they relate to location of title transfer and storage. What We Look For
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence. Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic. Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization. Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors. Resourcefulness and polite persistence. Exceptional presentation and communication skills. Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years’ experience in logistics, procurement and sourcing in support of utility-scale photovoltaic and battery storage components including modules, inverters, transformers, racking, logistics, and batteries. BA/BS degree required with concentration in supply chain management, construction management, business, finance, economics, engineering, or other quantitative/environmental fields. Certification in contract management (e.g., IACCM, NCMA) is desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with project management software. Ability to work in the Salt Lake City, UT office a minimum of 3 days per week. Ability to travel up to 25%-30%. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Note: This position is being managed directly by our team; we are not accepting third-party agency or recruiter support. Our Benefits
We value diversity and inclusion and offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all employees, including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums Company contribution to 401(k) plans Annual bonus eligibility Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid company holidays Wellness and cell phone credits Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company About Copia
Copia Power (Copia) is a wholly owned portfolio company of The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform focuses on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit Copia Power at www.copiapower.com. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
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Copia Power (Copia)
is an energy transition company focused on developing, constructing and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms. At Copia, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful environmental impact and believe that progress comes from collaboration and strong relationships across the organization. We combine passion and playfulness to drive results. Job Description
Copia is seeking a Manager, Procurement and Logistics to provide key procurement and logistics support to execute on a multi-gigawatt pipeline of projects under pre-construction planning or in construction. This role requires experience in the Renewable Energy Industry with a focus on utility-scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems. The Manager, Procurement and Logistics will report directly to the Director, Procurement and work closely with Copia’s asset management, energy markets, legal, and finance teams in an individual contributor capacity. Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Procurement, support the EPC team with procurement and logistics functions, ensuring broad collaborative communication with all necessary stakeholders. Coordinate and report on procured material from supplier to site, including insurance information, delivery coordination, warehousing, etc. Be the primary Copia personnel responsible for inventory management and relationship/management of logistic providers (warehousing, transportation, etc.). Maintain a centralized repository of executed contracts and related documentation. Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions including deliveries, invoices, purchase orders, lien waivers. Develop internal tracking of Bills of Lading (BOLs) and work with the Data team to maintain and publish state of inventory; research inventory management systems. Support negotiations for purchase orders, logistics agreements and change orders. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders through the purchase and supply agreement lifecycle to meet goals and schedules. Collaborate with Finance and Procurement to track actual spend against contract budgets. Provide support to vendor RFP processes, including supporting the development of EPC data room, proposal review and comparison, selection, and contract negotiation, with assistance from Project Management and Engineering teams. Support forecasting and budgeting efforts by providing contract spend insights. Escalate non-compliance issues and support resolution efforts. Communicate plans clearly and concisely to senior leadership. Work with Asset Management to optimize inventory across spares and with 3rd-party O&M service providers. Ability to travel and be on-site in warehouse or laydown yards during critical times such as load in/load out, quarantining of damaged equipment, etc. Work with Risk and Insurance for insurance placement and management of any claims. Work with Legal to understand sales tax rules and regulations, especially as they relate to location of title transfer and storage. What We Look For
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence. Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic. Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization. Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors. Resourcefulness and polite persistence. Exceptional presentation and communication skills. Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years’ experience in logistics, procurement and sourcing in support of utility-scale photovoltaic and battery storage components including modules, inverters, transformers, racking, logistics, and batteries. BA/BS degree required with concentration in supply chain management, construction management, business, finance, economics, engineering, or other quantitative/environmental fields. Certification in contract management (e.g., IACCM, NCMA) is desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with project management software. Ability to work in the Salt Lake City, UT office a minimum of 3 days per week. Ability to travel up to 25%-30%. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Note: This position is being managed directly by our team; we are not accepting third-party agency or recruiter support. Our Benefits
We value diversity and inclusion and offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all employees, including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums Company contribution to 401(k) plans Annual bonus eligibility Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid company holidays Wellness and cell phone credits Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company About Copia
Copia Power (Copia) is a wholly owned portfolio company of The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform focuses on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit Copia Power at www.copiapower.com. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
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