Purchasing Manager

CSI Solar Co., Ltd; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of solar solutions is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Shelbyville, Kentucky. You will oversee procurement operations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure efficient supply chain processes. Candidates should have a degree in Business Administration or Engineering, excellent time management, and strong communication skills. This role is crucial for supporting production needs and maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Ability to manage relationships with suppliers effectively.
• Strong knowledge of office procedures and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage raw materials procurement.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance.
• Work closely with engineering and production teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Negotiation skills

Customer service orientation

Education

University degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Tools

MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Location: Shelbyville, KentuckyWe are seeking a skilled Purchasing Manager with a strong background in the energy storage industry to oversee and manage raw materials procurement. This role will be crucial in ensuring efficient and cost-effective supply chain operations, from the initial program kickoff through to product launch. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing and managing relationships with suppliers of raw materials and equipment, ensuring that our operations are profitable and aligned with our industry standards. Work closely with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to understand material requirements and ensure that procurement strategies support production needs and product quality. Utilize negotiation and accountability skills to build effective vendor relationships Provide support to the Inside Sales department to follow up on deliveries; Provide tracking numbers and ETAs to ensure freight arrive on time to the correct location Creates request for quotation (RFQ); Meet with vendors and select vendors based on price, service and ability to meet production needs Monitor, evaluate, and analyze vendor and supplier performance to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met Monitors production schedules to assess future production needs; Balance available materials on order with ongoing production requirements Takes on additional tasks when other departmental staff are absentQualifications and Experience: University degree in Business Administration, Engineering or an acceptable combination of education and progressively responsible experience. Strong knowledge of general office procedures involving procurement, travel arrangements, budget management, and reports. Ability to write and format moderately complex correspondence, including memos and letters. Excellent writing skills; Proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation is required. Superior time management and multitasking skills required. Ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills with all levels of the organization. Strong customer service orientation, interpersonal skills, and telephone manners. Computer literacy, including effective working skills with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CNM, and e-mail required.Note: The Company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time as its own discretion.Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions since 2001. Our friendly and dedicated team of sales and operations experts work with retailers and strategic distribution partners all over the globe to provide our residential, commercial and utility-scale solar solutions. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.