Purchasing Agent

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing renewable energy company where your work directly supports the successful delivery of solar projects
• Take on a high-impact role that connects purchasing, logistics, inventory, warehousing, and field operations
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with flexibility and strong long-term career growth potential
• Be part of a collaborative team where your ability to solve problems and keep projects moving will be highly valued
• Work in an industry with real momentum, meaningful purpose, and long-term opportunity
• Receive strong benefits, 401K match, profit sharing potential, and a stable full-time salaried role

Location: Hybrid role based in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a combination of in-office and remote flexibility based on training, business needs, and performance.

Note: To be considered, you must have purchasing experience with electrical and mechanical materials. Solar or renewable energy industry experience is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a growing renewable energy company delivering high-quality solar solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural, and government clients. Our team is smart, collaborative, customer-focused, and committed to doing great work the right way. We value expertise, dependability, continuous improvement, and strong cross-functional teamwork. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage purchasing of BOM and non-BOM materials to support project schedules and operational needs
• Place purchase orders with suppliers and adjust delivery timing to align with installation schedules
• Source materials, obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and procure cost-effective solutions
• Plan supply and demand needs, including reschedules, expedites, deferrals, and cancellations
• Monitor inventory levels and support stocking programs across warehouse operations
• Update and manage project supply plans in ERP systems to drive warehouse picking and supplier deliveries
• Coordinate closely with field teams, operations, warehousing, estimating, design, and project management
• Support logistics, inventory transfers, RMAs, and other purchasing-related projects
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while tracking performance on quality, speed, and cost
• Lead supplier issue resolution and escalate concerns when needed
• Communicate clearly and proactively with internal stakeholders to provide updates, status, and solutions
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high-accountability team environment

Qualifications

• 3 years of purchasing experience involving electrical and mechanical materials
• Solar or renewable energy industry experience preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and spreadsheets, including NetSuite, Oracle, or similar platforms
• Strong organization, prioritization, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and solve problems quickly
• Comfortable working in both office and warehouse environments
• Ability to travel occasionally to satellite offices, warehouses, suppliers, or industry events
• Technical and digital proficiency with web-based applications and Google Workspace or similar tools

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Competitive base salary of $70,000-$85,000
• Hybrid flexibility
• Health insurance with a free employee option
• Free employee dental and vision coverage
• 401K with company match
• PTO, paid holidays, and floating holiday
• Discretionary profit sharing bonus
• Free employee assistance plan
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven company in a fast-moving industry

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance