AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
Amazon is looking for a Renewable Energy Procurement Manager to join the AWS APJC Energy team. In this role, you will negotiate and execute renewable energy (solar/wind/BESS) purchase agreements primarily in Australia, to continue building our renewable energy portfolio. The candidate will need to be able to identify key market conditions, regulations, and market structures to deliver scalable results. The optimal candidate will have a results-orientated approach, analytical skill set, good financial acumen and a strong track record in renewable energy transactions in Australia.
A day in the life
- Execute Amazon’s renewable energy procurement strategy in Australia and other Asia-Pacific countries where Amazon operates
- Analyze emerging trends and regulations in the energy space to proactively identify opportunities that benefit Amazon
- Work collaboratively with Amazon Infrastructure team to support the development of strategic energy sourcing opportunities
About the team
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- Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, mathematics, engineering, statistics or related field
- Experience with written and verbal communication and presentation
- Speak, write, and read fluently in English
- 5+ years of experience working in the renewable energy industry in Australia
- Proven track record in utility-scale solar/wind/BESS contract negotiations
- Master's degree, or MBA
- Experience building and cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- 8+ years of experience in APAC energy markets, energy trading, renewable energy contract negotiations, energy regulations, renewable energy project development, or energy generation technologies
- Proven ability to evaluate new energy markets, utility tariffs, policies, power contracts, or evaluating new energy sourcing opportunities and technologies
- Familiarity with electricity markets, renewable project development, power forecasting and scheduling, portfolio management theory, advanced energy storage, or alternative energy resources
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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