Procurement Manager - Solar PV

Connexbluetech; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative solar energy firm is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee equipment purchases for their solar PV systems. The ideal candidate will have specialized knowledge in the solar PV/Renewable Energy sector and experience in managing supplier relationships. Responsibilities include driving procurement activities, managing project budgets, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. This position offers a full-time opportunity in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Specialized industry knowledge in Solar PV / Renewable Energy is required.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and purchasing activities across projects.
• Manage supplier vetting and maintain updated price lists for project costing.
• Drive project Bill of Quantities in coordination with Engineering.
• Oversee project budget reviews and supplier credit applications.
• Monitor business trends and negotiate favorable supplier agreements.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement Management

Vendor Management

Supply Chain Experience

Contract Management

Contract Negotiation

E-procurement

Negotiation

Contracts

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Procurement Manager who will manage the procurement of equipment purchases of items in our world class solar PV systems. These include but not limited to Solar PV modules, inverters, generators, storage equipment and other items. In this exciting role you will play an integral role in ensuring that the company stays within budgets and operates efficiently with competitive pricing and timely delivery being key priorities. While ensuring adherence to our company procurement quality policies, this role includes a macro procurement view across all projects in our pipeline. A drive for attractive deals by establishing long‑term high‑quality partnerships with trusted suppliers and subcontractors is an excellent attribute to have in this role as we aim for optimal pricing agreements with bulk procurement to ensure that our systems stay the best in the business.

Responsibilities and Duties

• The Procurement Manager will proactively support the wider teams core procurement and purchasing activities including (but not necessarily limited to);
• Key player in supplier and subcontractor vetting procedures alongside COO. This would need to be done for any country in Africa which requires an installed system. Vet suppliers and products that has been requested for use by the Engineering Department. Keep price lists updated to use for detailed project costing.
• Drive & develop project Bill of Quantities (BOQ) in conjunction with Engineering and Execution Department.
• Handover project procurement list (BOQ) to Execution Dept.
• Project budget review.
• Driving and monitoring credit applications with suppliers.
• Liaises with key company employees to determine their product and service needs.
• Monitors business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
• Nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company.
• Identifies and researches potential new suppliers.
• Research new products and services to meet company goals.
• Assesses total costs of company purchases.
• Develops and implements strategies for procuring, storing and distributing products and monitoring stock levels.
• Company stock & inventory management.
• Ensure all duties listed above are implemented across all Company Branches in Africa.
• Adhere to company ISO 9001 & 45001 compliances.

Requirements

• Specialized industry knowledge - Solar PV / Renewable Energy
• A minimum tertiary qualification of .

Key Skills

• Purchasing
• Sourcing
• Procurement, Vendor Management, HR Sourcing
• Procurement Management
• Supply Chain Experience
• Contract Management
• Contract Negotiation
• E-procurement
• Negotiation
• Contracts

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1