Head of Solar Procurement

Taylor Hopkinson; Salerno; 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 to spearhead procurement strategies for solar PV projects across Europe. The role demands expertise in managing supplier relationships and negotiating agreements for solar components, with a strong focus on international collaboration and compliance with regulations.

Competenze

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

Mansioni

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for solar PV projects.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor market trends and optimize procurement decisions.

Conoscenze

Negotiation

Analytical

Leadership

Formazione

Degree in Engineering, Business, 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 :

• Develop and implement the procurement strategy for solar PV projects across multiple international markets.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors to ensure the best commercial and technical solutions.
• 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.
• Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply chain risks to optimise procurement decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering, development, construction, and finance , to support project execution.
• Develop and maintain a strong supplier network, identifying new opportunities for strategic partnerships.
• 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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