
General Purchasing Supervisor
Canadian Solar
Présentation de l'entreprise
Canadian Solar
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
2001
Modèle d'affaires
Énergie renouvelable
Canadian Solar se spécialise dans la fabrication de panneaux solaires et de solutions énergétiques. Ils offrent également des services de développement de projets solaires à grande échelle.
Les revenus proviennent principalement de la vente de panneaux solaires, de l'installation de systèmes solaires et de la gestion de projets d'énergie renouvelable.
Localisations & Géographie
Canadian Solar opère dans plusieurs pays, notamment au Canada, aux États-Unis, en Chine, au Japon et en Australie. Leur réseau mondial leur permet de servir une clientèle diversifiée.
Culture d'entreprise
La mission de Canadian Solar est de fournir des solutions d'énergie renouvelable accessibles et durables. Ils s'engagent à promouvoir l'énergie solaire comme une alternative viable aux sources d'énergie traditionnelles.
Canadian Solar favorise un environnement de travail collaboratif et innovant, où les employés sont encouragés à partager leurs idées et à contribuer à des projets significatifs. Ils valorisent la diversité et l'inclusion au sein de leur équipe.
Ils offrent des programmes de formation continue et des opportunités de développement professionnel pour aider leurs employés à progresser dans leur carrière. Cela inclut des ateliers, des séminaires et des formations sur les nouvelles technologies.
Activités & Projets
Canadian Solar est actuellement impliqué dans plusieurs projets d'énergie solaire à grande échelle, notamment des installations en Amérique du Nord et en Europe. Ils travaillent également sur des solutions de stockage d'énergie pour améliorer l'efficacité de leurs systèmes.
Ils investissent dans la recherche et le développement pour améliorer l'efficacité de leurs panneaux solaires et réduire les coûts de production. Leur engagement envers l'innovation les positionne comme un leader dans le secteur de l'énergie solaire.
Canadian Solar s'engage à adopter des pratiques durables dans toutes ses opérations, y compris l'utilisation de matériaux recyclables et la réduction de l'empreinte carbone de ses installations. Ils visent à minimiser l'impact environnemental de leurs produits.
Opportunités de carrière
Canadian Solar propose régulièrement des postes dans divers domaines, notamment l'ingénierie, la vente, le développement de projets et la recherche. Ils recherchent des candidats passionnés par l'énergie renouvelable et l'innovation.
Les employés bénéficient d'un ensemble d'avantages compétitifs, y compris des régimes d'assurance santé, des congés payés et des opportunités de formation. Ils mettent également l'accent sur l'équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie privée.
Informations de contact
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At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.
Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.
Job Description
Canadian Solar Inc. is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar Inc. delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. Canadian Solar’s world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadiansolar.com.
Position Title: General Purchasing Supervisor
Department: Supply Chain
Entity: USCM
Reports To: Purchasing Manager
Location: Indiana
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled General Purchasing Supervisor with a strong background in managing indirect purchasing of MRO materials or service such as Equipment, General Management Office Supplies, EHS Products and non-stock materials or products to support daily operation of our Cell Business Unit in Indiana States U.S.A. The Purchasing Supervisor oversees the procurement of goods and services, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. They lead a team of buyers or purchasing agents, manage supplier relationships, and implement purchasing strategies to meet organizational goals.
Primary Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement & Planning
- Lead the purchasing process for indirect materials (facility, equipment, IT, office, etc.) and service to fulfill production requirements.
- Supervise end-to-end purchasing processes including requisition review, vendor selection, and order placement.
- Process purchase requisitions from internal departments, ensuring proper approvals before order placement.
- Participate in weekly planning and purchasing conference calls to align procurement with operational needs.
Supplier Relationship Management
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with domestic and international suppliers to secure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- Liaise with freight forwarders and suppliers to monitor shipment status and ensure on-time material arrival.
- Build and maintain effective vendor relationships through strong negotiation, accountability, and collaboration.
- Monitor, evaluate, and analyze supplier performance (quality, delivery, price bidding) and address issues proactively.
- Manage supplier relationships and escalate vendor issues to management when necessary.
- Collaborate with third-party logistics providers (3PL), suppliers, and freight forwarders to guarantee seamless supply chain operations.
Leadership & Team Development
- Train and mentor purchasing staff on best practices, ERP systems (SAP, SRM, OA), and key performance indicators.
- Assign workloads and monitor team performance metrics (cost savings, cycle times).
- Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and provide training to enhance team efficiency.
- Strategically assign team responsibilities, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and promote continuous professional development.
- Provide direct support and backup coverage as needed.
Process Optimization & Compliance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Team procurement processes, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Identify and implement process improvements within purchasing operations.
- Support cost-reduction and inventory optimization strategies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, company policies, and audit requirements.
- Partner with Legal and Finance teams on contract reviews, risk management, and audit processes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality Assurance departments to understand material and inventory requirements.
- Support inbound/outbound departments by tracking deliveries and ensuring timely arrival.
- Manage, maintain, and update MRO data, investigating abnormal material usage.
- Generate and analyze reports on purchasing activities, savings, and supplier performance.
- Leverage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Just-In-Time (JIT), and First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory methodologies to optimize inventory turnover.
Risk Management
- Identify potential supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
- Continuously monitor and analyze market conditions and industry trends impacting procurement and supply chain strategies.
- Maintain accurate records for internal and external audits.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering (master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of Multinational Corporation manufacturing experience in Purchasing, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
- Strong track records of successful Purchasing management improvement in a highly cross-functional environment.
- Experience in managing high mix low volume supply base.
- Extensive experience with ERP environments, strong SAP / SRM knowledge is an advantage.
- In-depth knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Just-In-Time (JIT), First-In, First-Out (FIFO), and third-party logistics (3PL) management.
- Strong leadership qualities, and a proven ability to combine complex technical and business requirements to make difficult decisions.
- Strong strategic sourcing, negotiation, leadership, and vendor management capabilities.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required, bilingual ‘Mandarin’ speaker preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/life/disability program, PTO and sick days.
Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
À propos du rôle
10 juin 2025
Temps Plein
Entreprise
10 juin 2025
Flexible
- Austin, Texas, États-Unis
- Mesquite, Texas, États-Unis
- Jeffersonville, Indiana, États-Unis
Minimum 3 years in Purchasing, including 1 year in a supervisory role.
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