Senior Solar Equipment Sourcing Lead

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TERREPOWER, based in Houston, is seeking a Sr. Core Buyer to source solar equipment and manage purchasing for trading and lifecycle operations. You will identify supply opportunities, negotiate favorable pricing, and build strong vendor partnerships across new and secondary markets.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will own end-to-end purchasing, monitor supplier performance, and align procurement with business goals. Occasional travel and on-site work in Houston are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and drive results.
• Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to procure solar equipment for trading and lifecycle operations.
• Proactively identify and pursue supply opportunities across new, used, surplus, and secondary markets, demonstrating a strong focus on results and continuous pipeline growth.
• Source and purchase solar panels, inverters, and related equipment (both new and used).
• Build, develop, and maintain strong supplier relationships, including expanding the vendor base.
• Issue RFQs, negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure competitive supply agreements.
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including requisitions, purchase orders, and order tracking.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery through proactive follow-up.
• Maintain accurate pricing, purchasing, and supplier data within ERP systems.
• Analyze market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving and sourcing opportunities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, operations, and finance to align procurement with demand.
• Ensure inventory levels align with business needs through planning and analysis.
• Maintain data accuracy including item setup, attributes, and transaction records.
• Assist in resolving supplier issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with TERREPOWER procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Independent working

Stakeholder management

Tools

Oracle ERP

NetSuite ERP

Job description

TERREPOWER, based in Houston, is seeking a Sr. Core Buyer to source solar equipment and manage purchasing for trading and lifecycle operations. You will identify supply opportunities, negotiate favorable pricing, and build strong vendor partnerships across new and secondary markets.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will own end-to-end purchasing, monitor supplier performance, and align procurement with business goals. Occasional travel and on-site work in Houston are required.