Supply Chain Buyer

Cypress Creek Renewables•Durham, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cypress Creek Renewables (CCR) is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us. The Solutions Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end purchase order process and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant procurement of goods and services. This role serves as the primary liaison between internal teams and external suppliers, maintaining strong vendor relationships, overseeing supplier onboarding, and resolving procurement-related issues. The position also drives continuous improvement within the Supply Chain team by developing and implementing process enhancements and standard operating procedures. The ideal candidate brings 2–5 years of sourcing or procurement experience, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with renewable energy experience considered a plus.

Requirements

2-5 years of sourcing/procurement experience required and/or 2+ years of solar experience.
Ability to analyze challenges, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions in fast-paced project environments.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines under pressure.
Performs well within a dynamic, evolving environment, adjusting quickly to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external vendors.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) with experience using ERP or procurement systems preferred.

Nice To Haves

Renewable Energy experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Issue purchase orders in alignment with company purchasing policies and procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Oversee the end-to-end purchase order process for items and services, including supplier sourcing, issuing RFQs, and coordination with receiving teams.
Monitor PO status, confirm shipment dates with suppliers, and follow up to prevent delays.
Execute strategic sourcing initiatives efficiently and on schedule to support project and operational needs.
Communicate with suppliers to gather qualification and onboarding requirements and maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) on behalf of Solutions.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and potential suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for vendor-related issues, providing regular updates to stakeholders on order status, supply chain delays, and escalations while leading efforts to resolve challenges quickly and effectively.
Partner with internal departments to develop and implement process improvements and standard operating procedures, driving efficiency across the Supply Chain team and escalating procurement matters as needed.