Strategic Solar Supply Chain Manager

Translucent Solar; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Translucent Solar in Summerville, SC is seeking a Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to oversee strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization for solar materials and components across a global supply base. You will drive procurement excellence supporting high-volume production and ensure timely material availability.

The role requires strong negotiation, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration with production, engineering and finance, knowledge of U.S.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in purchasing for solar/module manufacturing.
• Experience with supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, ERP systems, and production scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing team activity and perform purchasing tasks for production.
• Schedule POs according to production and operations needs.
• Forecast demand for goods and services and monitor stock levels.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor supplier performance; build supplier relationships.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Can-do attitude

Work under pressure

Education

Solar module purchasing experience

Tools

ERP

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Translucent Solar in Summerville, SC is seeking a Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to oversee strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization for solar materials and components across a global supply base. You will drive procurement excellence supporting high-volume production and ensure timely material availability.

The role requires strong negotiation, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration with production, engineering and finance, knowledge of U.S.