Senior Procurement Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a technically strong and analytical Senior Procurement Manager to drive data-informed decision-making and optimize equipment selection across our projects, with a focus on electrical systems and emerging technologies. Partnering closely with the Director of Procurement, you will lead technical vendor evaluation, support value engineering efforts, and influence strategic supplier decisions. This highly cross-functional role works closely with engineering, field teams, and vendors to improve cost, performance, and scalability while advancing data-driven procurement practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical preferred), supply chain, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in procurement, engineering, or technical sourcing.
- Strong experience with solar equipment (inverters, transformers, switchgear, etc.).
- Experience supporting or leading technical evaluation of vendors and equipment.
- Proven ability to influence decisions through data and analysis.
- Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Dynamics preferred).
- Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to translate technical concepts into business decisions.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in solar, energy, or infrastructure sectors
- Exposure to battery storage systems or emerging energy technologies
- Engineering background (electrical strongly preferred)
Responsibilities
- Serve as subject matter expert for electrical equipment.
- Evaluate and validate technical specifications for procurement decisions.
- Support value engineering efforts in collaboration with engineering and field teams.
- Identify and assess new technologies, vendors, and equipment solutions.
- Lead technical vetting of suppliers and equipment.
- Develop performance benchmarks and evaluation frameworks for vendors.
- Support vendor selection and procurement strategy through technical analysis.
- Partner with Director of Procurement on strategic supplier decisions.
- Develop dashboards and reporting (in collaboration with technical resources).
- Drive adoption of data-driven decision-making across procurement.
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, cost, and performance.
- Introduce new tools, methodologies, and frameworks for procurement optimization.
Benefits
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
