Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

This exciting role will be responsible for overseeing the company’s end-to-end procurement for both Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to solar production equipment and facility upgrades. A solid understanding of optimizing supply chains, managing vendors, and acquiring all equipment and maintenance items within a manufacturing environment will be needed to be successful in this role. They are headquartered in the Fort Mill, SC area. The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar cells and PV Modules for the renewable energy industry. If you are an individual who loves to implement procurement/supply chain processes and manage vendors, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities:

1. MR&O Procurement (Primary Focus)
- Source and manage suppliers for MRO materials (spare parts, tools, safety gear, etc.) used in solar PV equipment.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms for cost-effective, reliable supply.
- Analyze usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and IEC standards.
- Streamline the purchase request to purchase order (PR to PO) process.
2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)
- Lead procurement of capital assets: production equipment, facility upgrades, and new technology systems.
- Work with engineering, operations, and finance teams on CAPEX requirements and vendor evaluations.
- Negotiate contracts, leases, and financing for large purchases ($500K+).
- Oversee vendor performance, installation timelines, warranties, and support.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and finance to prioritize MR&O and CAPEX needs.
- Work with logistics and legal on customs, delivery, and contract compliance.
- Report procurement progress, costs, and risk mitigation strategies to leadership.
4. Cost Optimization & Compliance
- Consolidate suppliers and leverage volume discounts for MR&O and CAPEX.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulations (ITAR, EAR).
- Track KPIs: cost savings, delivery performance, and asset utilization.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or equivalent work experience (Engineering preferred).
Minimum 5 years combined experience in MR&O and CAPEX procurement, preferably in manufacturing (solar, semiconductor, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred).
Experience managing high-value CAPEX projects ($500K+), including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project coordination.
Strong background in MRO and capital equipment procurement.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa) for inventory and CAPEX tracking.
Strong financial acumen to evaluate CAPEX proposals, ROI models, and depreciation strategies.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Strategic mindset with the ability to balance short-term maintenance needs with long-term capital investment goals.
Ability to balance short-term and long-term procurement strategies.
Strong problem-solving, detail orientation, and adaptability.

Salary Range:

$70,000-89,000 per year w/ eligibility for up to 10% annual bonus