Head of Solar Procurement

Taylor Hopkinson; Parma; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Head of Solar Procurement based in Italy. This senior role involves defining procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring effective sourcing of solar components across Europe. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in procurement and strategic sourcing within the solar energy sector, along with strong negotiation skills and proficiency in both English and Italian.

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in procurement within the solar energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV components and supplier networks.
• Fluency in English and Italian, additional languages preferred.

Mansioni

• Develop procurement strategy for solar PV projects in international markets.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and lead negotiations.
• Monitor market trends and collaborate with internal teams.

Conoscenze

Negotiation

Leadership

Analytical

Formazione

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Descrizione del lavoro

Taylor Hopkinson is recruiting a Head of Solar Procurement to lead procurement activities for solar projects across all the countries where the company operates.

Based in Italy, the candidate will be responsible for defining and executing the procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective and high-quality sourcing of key solar components in multiple European countries.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement the procurement strategy for solar PV projects across multiple international markets.
2. Manage relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors to ensure the best commercial and technical solutions.
3. Lead the negotiation of contracts, framework agreements, and supply terms for key components such as PV modules, inverters, trackers, and balance of system (BoS) equipment.
4. Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
5. Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply chain risks to optimise procurement decisions.
6. Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering, development, construction, and finance, to support project execution.
7. Develop and maintain a strong supplier network, identifying new opportunities for strategic partnerships.
8. Ensure compliance with local and international regulations related to procurement and supply chain management.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or strategic sourcing within the solar energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV components and supplier networks.
• Experience in negotiating large-scale supply agreements and managing international procurement processes.
• Excellent understanding of global supply chain dynamics, pricing models, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to work in an international environment, managing procurement activities across multiple countries.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Fluency in English and Italian (both written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.

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