Senior Buyer

Cypress HCM; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy industry seeks a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement for maintenance and capital expenditures related to solar production. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management and vendor negotiations, ensuring compliance and optimizing costs. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years combined experience in MR&O and CAPEX procurement.
• Experience managing high-value CAPEX projects ($500K+).
• Strong financial acumen to evaluate CAPEX proposals.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage suppliers for MRO materials used in solar PV equipment.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms.
• Lead procurement of capital assets and oversee vendor performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Coupa

Job description

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $89,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Senior Buyer

This exciting role will be responsible for overseeing the company’s end-to-end procurement for both Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to solar production equipment and facility upgrades. A solid understanding of optimizing supply chains, managing vendors, and acquiring all equipment and maintenance items within a manufacturing environment will be needed to be successful in this role. They are headquartered in the Fort Mill, SC area. The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar cells and PV Modules for the renewable energy industry. If you are an individual who loves to implement procurement/supply chain processes and manage vendors, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities:

• 1. MR&O Procurement (Primary Focus)
• Source and manage suppliers for MRO materials (spare parts, tools, safety gear, etc.) used in solar PV equipment.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms for cost-effective, reliable supply.
• Analyze usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and IEC standards.
• Streamline the purchase request to purchase order (PR to PO) process.
• 2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)
• Lead procurement of capital assets: production equipment, facility upgrades, and new technology systems.
• Work with engineering, operations, and finance teams on CAPEX requirements and vendor evaluations.
• Negotiate contracts, leases, and financing for large purchases ($500K+).
• Oversee vendor performance, installation timelines, warranties, and support.
• 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and finance to prioritize MR&O and CAPEX needs.
• Work with logistics and legal on customs, delivery, and contract compliance.
• Report procurement progress, costs, and risk mitigation strategies to leadership.
• 4. Cost Optimization & Compliance
• Consolidate suppliers and leverage volume discounts for MR&O and CAPEX.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulations (ITAR, EAR).
• Track KPIs: cost savings, delivery performance, and asset utilization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or equivalent work experience (Engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years combined experience in MR&O and CAPEX procurement, preferably in manufacturing (solar, semiconductor, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred).
• Experience managing high-value CAPEX projects ($500K+), including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project coordination.
• Strong background in MRO and capital equipment procurement.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa) for inventory and CAPEX tracking.
• Strong financial acumen to evaluate CAPEX proposals, ROI models, and depreciation strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance short-term maintenance needs with long-term capital investment goals.
• Ability to balance short-term and long-term procurement strategies.
• Strong problem-solving, detail orientation, and adaptability.

Salary Range:

• $70,000-89,000 per year with eligibility for up to 10% annual bonus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Manufacturing

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401(k)

Disability insurance

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