Senior Buyer

Terabase Energy•Woodland, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

At Terabase Energy, we believe that digitalization and automation will drive the next wave of innovation and cost reduction in large-scale solar. To fully unlock the potential of this opportunity, Terabase is developing an interconnected software and construction automation platform. We work alongside project developers, owners, and engineering & construction firms to support the design, optimization, and construction of huge solar projects around the world. Our team is a blend of solar industry veterans and newbies, thought-leaders, dreamers, software, electrical and mechanical engineers, coders, product managers, project managers, and sales and marketing professionals. We are based in Northern California, with additional offices located throughout the United States and worldwide. If all this piques your interest, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
2-5 years of experience in a procurement or purchasing role, preferably within the manufacturing or renewable energy sectors.
Proficiency in ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in supporting manufacturing assembly teams.
Experience working with engineering teams.
Understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
Understanding vendor capacity and pipeline.

Responsibilities

Directly manage the procurement processes, including placing, tracking, and managing purchase orders for materials and services.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high performance and quality outcomes.
Understand the technical requirements provided on drawing packages.
Analyze suppliers and negotiate contracts to achieve best value.
Monitor vendor performance against key performance indicators and address any issues or opportunities for improvement.
Work with cross-functional teams to align purchasing decisions with overall project goals and budgets.
Maintain up-to-date records of all purchasing activities and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.