Solar Procurement Director: Growth & Strategy

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global) is assisting a leading independent power producer in Arlington, VA, to find a Director of Procurement. This on-site role will lead procurement strategy and execution across utility-scale solar projects, partnering with executive leadership to optimize costs and project delivery.

The candidate will oversee RFPs/RFQs, negotiate major contracts, and develop long-term sourcing roadmaps while coordinating with cross-functional teams to align procurement with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Significant experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Proven leadership of procurement strategy and managing procurement teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for utility-scale solar projects across development, construction, and operations.
• Oversee end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFPs and RFQs for major equipment and services.
• Lead commercial negotiations and execute supply agreements, master service agreements, and purchase orders.
• Partner with Development, EPC, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers.
• Develop category management strategies, supplier segmentation plans, and long-term sourcing roadmaps.
• Monitor market trends, equipment pricing, and supply chain dynamics to support procurement decisions.
• Support project financing activities and ensure procurement structures align with lender and investor requirements.
• Identify and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks, including pricing volatility, lead times, and market disruptions.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement function capable of supporting continued organizational growth.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global) is assisting a leading independent power producer in Arlington, VA, to find a Director of Procurement. This on-site role will lead procurement strategy and execution across utility-scale solar projects, partnering with executive leadership to optimize costs and project delivery.

The candidate will oversee RFPs/RFQs, negotiate major contracts, and develop long-term sourcing roadmaps while coordinating with cross-functional teams to align procurement with