Job Title: Interim Purchasing Manager
We are looking for an experienced Interim Purchasing Manager to join our client, a leading company in the solar energy sector.
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About Our Client
Our client is a specialized company in solar energy products, including photovoltaic panels and related technologies. They design, manufacture, and distribute solar energy solutions to promote renewable energy adoption.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Procurement Management: Manage the procurement of solar panels, inverters, batteries, and other photovoltaic components, ensuring alignment with company goals and operational needs during the interim period.
* Supplier Relations: Identify and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, on-time deliveries, and adherence to quality standards. Negotiate and manage supplier contracts.
* Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to meet production demands while minimizing excess stock. Collaborate with the operations team to ensure materials are available for timely production without overstocking.
* Cost Efficiency: Manage procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective use of resources during the interim period. Provide reports on cost-saving initiatives and procurement performance.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure that all materials and components meet the required quality standards and comply with renewable energy regulations.
* Market Intelligence: Stay up to date with market trends, supplier performance, and potential risks related to the photovoltaic supply chain. Advise management on key trends and challenges.
* Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to meet production timelines and specifications, ensuring the timely delivery of components.
* Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to address supply shortages or delays, especially in critical components (e.g., solar cells, inverters).
* Interim Transition Support: Support the transition of responsibilities to a permanent team member, ensuring continuity and minimal disruption to operations.
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Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, CIPS) are a plus.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in the renewable energy or photovoltaic sector.
* Proven ability to manage purchasing processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Technical Knowledge: Understanding of the photovoltaic industry, including knowledge of components such as solar panels, inverters, and batteries.
* Strong negotiation skills and experience with supplier contract management.
* Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
* Experience in managing global suppliers, understanding international trade regulations, and logistics.
* Knowledge of sustainable sourcing and environmental certifications.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
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What We Offer:
This is an opportunity to join a company developing revolutionary projects in the energy sector and support them in reorganizing the Purchasing Department.