Sourcing Manager

Become a Sourcing Manager at Silfab Solar in Burlington, Washington. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely procurement of goods for solar manufacturing. Enjoy competitive pay, generous benefits, and the chance to contribute to a cleaner future. Join Silfab Solar as a Sourcing Manager in Burlington, Washington, where you will manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement for solar manufacturing. This role is vital for maintaining a reliable supply chain. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy sector.

Silfab Solar Burlington, Washington, United States On-site Full Time USD 104k–120k yearly UTC-08:00

Silfab Solar

Company Overview

Name

Silfab Solar

Headquarters

Fort Mill, SC, United States

Founded

2010

Size

Approximately 800 employees and estimated revenue of $217.3 million in 2023 (source: zoominfo.com).

What They Do

Silfab Solar focuses exclusively on photovoltaic module design, development, and manufacturing, producing high-efficiency solar panels tailored for North American conditions. The company utilizes advanced technologies such as TOPCon cells at its South Carolina plant and integrates proprietary SABC methods via recent patent acquisitions to enhance electrical performance (source: cbinsights.com). Its product lineup includes the premium Silfab Elite Series modules, which have received an "Excellent" rating on EnergySage.com and were recognized as a 2024 Kiwa PVEL Top Performer, emphasizing maximum power density, reliability, and compliance with Buy American standards for various applications (source: silfabsolar.com). The company targets installers, distributors, and businesses across North America, delivering modules from automated lines that prioritize domestic content to meet regional demand and policy incentives (source: cbinsights.com). Silfab differentiates itself through its leadership in premium-quality PV modules, operational experience as the largest private U.S. manufacturer, and rapid technology integration, positioning it ahead of competitors reliant on imports (source: silfabsolar.com).

Projects & Track Record

While specific completed project names and capacities are not detailed in available records, Silfab Solar supplies modules for utility-scale and community solar developments. Notably, the company has partnered with Pivot Energy for next-generation U.S.-made panels and has a supply agreement with Nexamp, one of the largest U.S. community solar developers, announced on December 17, 2024 (source: zoominfo.com). Ongoing expansions include scaling the Fort Mill, South Carolina cell manufacturing facility to operational status by late 2024, with a capacity of 1 GW for cells and 1.3 GW for modules, supported by recent financing (source: silfabsolar.com). Key clients encompass Pivot Energy and Nexamp, with partnerships involving technology providers like EnPV for patent acquisitions enabling SABC integration (source: cbinsights.com). Geographically, Silfab maintains a strong North American footprint across Canada and the U.S., with expansions focused on reshoring production to meet domestic demand (source: silfabsolar.com).

Recent Developments

In the last two years, Silfab Solar closed a $100 million financing round on November 21, 2024, which included $50 million in equity led by ARC Financial Corp. and a $50 million senior secured Green Loan to scale its Fort Mill cell plant, bringing total funding to $230 million (source: silfabsolar.com). The company also announced supply agreements with Pivot Energy and Nexamp in 2024 for U.S.-made panels targeting community solar projects (source: zoominfo.com). Additionally, Silfab acquired patents and trademarks from EnPV, including a solar module patent granted on December 12, 2023, to advance SABC technology for the Elite Series (source: cbinsights.com). Milestones include achieving 2024 Kiwa PVEL Top Performer status and ramping up U.S. facilities, with no reported mergers or additional acquisitions beyond intellectual property deals (source: silfabsolar.com).

Working There

Silfab Solar employs around 800 people across various functions, including manufacturing, engineering, and support roles. The leadership team includes President and CEO Paolo Maccario, along with a CFO and COO, indicating a structured approach to production operations, cell and module fabrication, automation, innovation/R&D, finance, sales, and customer support (source: zoominfo.com). Hiring is currently active at U.S. sites, particularly in Fort Mill, South Carolina, and Burlington, Washington, to support capacity growth and create American jobs, as emphasized in recent financing announcements (source: silfabsolar.com). The company culture promotes a safe and equitable workplace, respect for partners and communities, ethical standards, and employee-driven innovation, with all facilities featuring automated lines and a focus on local partnerships (source: silfabsolar.com). While specific benefits are not publicly detailed, the expansion plans highlight job creation and a mission to reduce carbon emissions through manufacturing, suggesting competitive packages aligned with industry norms in renewable energy (source: silfabsolar.com).

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Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services for Silfab Solar. This position is critical in maintaining a reliable supply chain to support our solar manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement sourcing strategies to identify and qualify suppliers for a wide range of materials and services.
Conduct supplier evaluations and performance reviews to ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand sourcing needs, forecast demand, and align sourcing strategies with production requirements.
Track global and domestic trends in key commodities, including commodity index tracking, regulatory impacts, and sustainability factors.
Work with both existing and new vendors to ensure alignment with quality, capacity, and productivity expectations.
Identify and qualify alternative suppliers to enhance supply chain flexibility and resilience.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration and mutual success.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, and environmental regulations.
Analyze procurement data and metrics to measure performance, identify improvement areas, and report on sourcing KPIs.
Domestic travel of up to 30%.

Skills

Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing principles and procurement best practices.
Commodity Market insight.
Understanding of Regulatory and Sustainability issues.
Demonstrated experience in negotiating and managing supplier contracts.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex sourcing challenges.
Proficiency in using procurement software and tools to manage sourcing activities efficiently.
Effective communication and negotiation skills to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Traits

Strong leadership abilities and decision-making skills.
Results-oriented with a focus on achieving procurement goals and objectives.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high-quality sourcing processes.

Education and/or Experience

A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing in a heavily-automated manufacturing industry.