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Senior Procurement Specialist, Renewable Energy
Make an Impact in the Future of Clean Energy
What You'll Do
- Build and strengthen strategic relationships with key renewable energy supply chain partners, with a focus on photovoltaic (PV) modules and racking systems.
- Optimize equipment allocation across project portfolios by balancing project requirements, inventory availability, and contractual commitments.
- Coordinate the execution of equipment purchasing agreements to support project development and delivery.
- Manage purchase orders for PV modules and racking systems, ensuring timely delivery, milestone tracking, and payment coordination.
- Partner with Engineering, Project Management, Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to incorporate critical project requirements into procurement strategies.
- Support compliance with Safe Harbor provisions, Domestic Content requirements, FEOC regulations, and evolving industry standards.
- Validate supplier documentation and maintain accurate procurement records.
- Manage procurement requests throughout the procure-to-pay process.
- Support financial planning activities, including payment tracking and cash flow forecasting.
- Coordinate responses to lender, investor, EPC, and third-party due diligence requests.
- Manage warranty claims through commercial operation and provide procurement support to operations teams when needed.
- Serve as a trusted escalation point for procurement execution challenges and drive resolution across stakeholders.
- Lead and improve tracking, auditing, and data management processes related to equipment procurement and allocation.
- Represent company values through collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to operational excellence.
- Travel occasionally (approximately two times per year) for team meetings, workshops, or business needs.
What Will Help You Succeed
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability.
- Confidence working independently while also collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
- Attention to detail combined with a strategic perspective.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting procurement, supply chain, project execution, renewable energy, or related industries.
- Knowledge of utility-scale renewable energy projects, solar technologies, or large infrastructure projects.
- Strong analytical and relationship-building skills with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with Power BI, AI-enabled tools, or data analytics platforms.
- Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
- Education, certifications, or equivalent professional experience in engineering, supply chain management, business operations, or related disciplines.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of the transition to a more sustainable energy future.
- Work on large-scale renewable energy projects with meaningful business and environmental impact.
- Collaborate with experienced professionals across procurement, engineering, finance, legal, and project delivery teams.
- Gain exposure to advanced procurement strategies, regulatory developments, and emerging solar technologies.
- Expand your leadership and stakeholder management capabilities through high-visibility projects.
- Participate in a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed and respected.
- Access opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career growth.
Job details
Location:
US, Arlington, VA
Position type:
Full Time
Date posted:
Job req/ID:
R1064733
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