Description

• Manage all activities of materials purchasing for the Company.
• Develop, build, refine and operate procurement processes and procedures for the Company.
• Assess current supplier material availability, existing inventory and maintain knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability.
• Responsible for material and equipment purchasing for projects including but not limited to sourcing material, obtaining quotes, creating purchase orders, issuing approved purchase orders to vendors, tracking deliveries, and maintaining budgets and schedules for material and equipment deliveries.
• Collaborate with project management team to coordinate and track all project-related procurement activities.
• Collaborate with the Warehouse Manager(s) to develop and maintain inventory databases for all supplies and material used.
• Collaborate with other department and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory.
• Review materials for multiple projects and determine opportunities to make strategic buys
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Communicate inventory status, risks, and opportunities to project management team.
• Develop and advance vendor relationships including improving and managing pricing and discount structures.
• Review purchase orders and purchase contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Negotiate and complete contracts, as directed by the Company, with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Review and evaluate purchase request forms for accuracy and completeness; gather, record, and complete purchase data.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Draft, explain, and implement instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Prepare and present market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Utilize construction software or other related software to manage budgets, schedules & project documentation.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 6 years of purchasing experience, solar or electrical industry experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management or related degree is preferred
• Must have the ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated organization and analytical skills and the ability to diagnose and analyze problems and drive appropriate solutions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in an organized and accurate manner
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen

Physical Demands:
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Sit at a desk 6-8 hours per day performing tasks on a computer
• Requires minimal physical effort with periods of walking, standing with some light lifting of files
• Minimal bending, stooping or reaching

Working Conditions:
• Requiring normal safety precautions with minimal occupational health and safety risks
• Moderate to low noise levels
• Requires considerable concentration
• Stresses induced by changing environment, diversity in the organization, strict deadlines and high volume of workload

BENEFITS: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance, Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Long-Term Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Employer Match 401(k) Plan.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPROTUNITY POLICY

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.