Supply Chain Manager

Blue Sky Utility; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Blue Sky Utility is seeking a hands-on Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, logistics, vendor management, and material planning for solar and energy storage projects nationwide.

The role requires strategic sourcing, bold cost control, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Development teams. Hybrid schedule in Fort Lauderdale, FL with in-office presence a few days per week.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain leadership experience.
• Experience with power generation projects (solar and storage) preferred.
• Strong contract negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement of major equipment including solar modules, inverters, transformers, BESS equipment, trackers, racking, and balance-of-plant materials
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, warranties, and commercial terms with vendors
• Oversee transportation, warehousing, and delivery schedules for domestic and international shipments
• Coordinate material flow to multiple project sites across various states
• Partner with Engineering, Project Delivery, Construction, Finance, and Development teams to align procurement with project schedules
• Support project budgets through cost forecasting and purchasing discipline
• Manage supplier scorecards, KPIs, and service levels
• Establish scalable procurement processes and improve reporting and controls

Skills

Contract negotiation

Analytical

Vendor management

Sourcing leadership

Supply chain leadership

Logistics management

Import logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

Location:Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Work Arrangement:Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in office)
Company:Blue Sky Utility/NofarUSA

Position Summary

Blue Sky Utility/Nofar USA isseekinga highly capable and proactiveSupply Chain Managerto lead procurement,logistics, vendor management, and material planning across our growing portfolio of solar and energy storage projects. This role is critical to ensuring that equipment, materials, and services are sourced strategically, delivered on time, and managed cost-effectively to support project execution nationwide.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, commercially sharp, operationally disciplined, and experienced in managing complex supply chainswithin the power generation industry, including solar and BESS.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Lead sourcing and procurement of major equipment including solar modules, inverters, transformers, BESS equipment, trackers, racking, and balance-of-plant materials

• Leadselectionand contract negotiation with EPC contractorsresponsible fordelivering turn-key projects.

• Negotiatepricing, contracts, delivery schedules, warranties, and commercial terms with vendors and suppliers

• Build andmaintainpreferred vendor relationships to support long-term growth

• Identifyalternate suppliers and contingency strategies to reduce risk

• Monitor and implement market conditions, tariffs, pricing trends, and supply constraintsimpactingsolar and storage sectors, ensuring we meet regulatory requirements

Logistics& Inventory Management

• Oversee transportation, warehousing, and delivery schedules for domestic and international shipments

• Coordinate material flow to multiple project sites across various states

• Track inventory levels, shortages, overages, and critical path items

• Implement systems for receiving, storage, and field material controls

Project Support & Cross Functional Partnership

• Partner closely with Engineering, Project Delivery, Construction, Finance, and Development teams to align procurement with project schedules

• Support project budgets through cost forecasting andpurchasingdiscipline

• Participate in project kickoff and execution meetings toidentifymaterial needs and schedule risks

• Ensure purchase orders and vendor commitments align with project milestones

Vendor Performance &Compliance

• Manage supplier scorecards, KPIs, and service levels

• Resolve delivery delays, quality concerns, claims, shortages, and commercial disputes

• Develop mitigation plans for supply disruptions and long lead equipment

Process Improvement & Systems

• Establish scalable procurement and supply chain processes as the company grows

• Improve reporting, spend visibility, forecasting, and internal controls

• Utilize ERP, procurement, and project management systems to drive efficiency

• Direct experience in solar panel procurement
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business,Finance,Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

• 7+ years of supply chain, procurement, or sourcing leadership experience

• Experience supportingpower generation companies

• Strong contract negotiation, analytical,and vendor management skills
• Willingness to work hybrid in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Familiarity withmainenergy system components that transform, switchgear, inverters, modules, trackers, and major electrical equipment

• Experience with importlogistics, tariffs, and international sourcing

What Success Looks Like

• Successfullyoptimizingproject costs, timetable, compliance

• Critical materials arrive on time and within budget

• Vendor relationships are strong and commerciallyadvantageous

• Projects experience fewer delays tied to supply chain issues

• Procurement processes scale with company growth

• Leadership has clear visibility into spend, risks, and timelines

This is ahybrid Florida-based rolerequiring regular in-office presence in Fort Lauderdale to collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams. Remote-only candidates will not be considered.

What we can offer you:

• An Incredible Team, a Big Mission
  Work alongside smart, passionate people who are genuinely driven to build a cleaner energy future. We move fast, collaborate deeply, and celebrate wins together. Our team culture is strong and stable, reflected in our 87% employee retention rate, which speaks to the environment we’ve worked hard to build.

• Benefits
  Your health and financial well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a generous 6% company match, all available starting your first day and activating on the first of the month following your start date.

• Real Work-Life Balance
  We believe great work happens when people feel supported, energized, and trusted. Our hybrid schedule gives you the structure to collaborate in person and the space to focus and recharge.

• A Culture That Walks the Talk
  Our team motto is “Be a Commando.” To us, that means stepping in wherever needed, taking ownership without waiting to be asked, solving problems with creativity and grit, and supporting your teammates without ego. It reflects a culture of accountability, resilience, and teamwork where everyone is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the mission done.We are building a company where everyone belongs.

Inclusion is not a checkbox. It is woven into how we hire, grow, and work every day.