采购经理

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager's function is to manage supply of procured materials, equipment, and supplies to meet the dynamic demand requirements for all of our business units (Residential, Commercial, Roofing, Service). This includes (but is not limited to) releasing purchase orders to correspond with scheduled projects, monitoring and managing inventory levels for stock materials, and releasing resupply orders as needed. The Purchasing Manager seeks and qualifies new suppliers and materials and establishes and maintains effective relationships with our Supply partners. They are responsible for negotiating advantageous pricing and terms with all suppliers to maintain reliable supply of goods at highly-competitive prices. The Purchasing Manager reports to Vice President Operations.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Manage a Senior Buyer and any future additional purchasing professionals.
• Routine coordination with project schedules to ensure materials readiness.
• Routine coordination with the Project Management teams to ensure materials are forecasted and procured-to-order for timely delivery and at delivered costs within budget.
• Serve as backup for the Director of Warehousing/Materials.
• Daily coordination with Warehouse(s) on shortages, inventory adjustments, resupply needs, Kanban management, returned goods, etc.
• Manage the RMA (returned goods) process.
• Collaborates closely with Design and Sales/Marketing teams to identify products appropriate for offering.
• Reschedule requests, expedites, deferrals, and cancellations with suppliers as needed.
• Identifies sources, obtains estimates and planning information for alternative or custom materials.
• Maintains effective working relationships with existing supply partners. Establishes and reviews supplier performance reporting and collaborates to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform BOM (Bill of Material) adjustments as-needed to reflect "as built" projects.
• Perform routine forecast projections of supply and demand of key commodities.
• Manage restocking levels (in concert with Director Warehousing) and inventory levels/valuation.
• Evaluate and manage logistics to, and between, company facilities and customers.
• In conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), seek new sources or innovative new materials, establish pro-forma pricing as needed, and execute implementation of new products or substitutions while minimizing risk of obsolescence.

Other Duties

• Other duties and tasks as assigned by management.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Exemplify All Energy Solar core values (Safety First, Dependability, Do the Right Thing, and Want to Win).

Skills/Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience and knowledge in solar or electrical industries, or equivalent experience and education to be considered.
• Experience with industrial components (preferred).
• Proven experience with multi-site operations in businesses in excess of $25M revenue.
• Thorough understanding of ERP/MRP techniques, Inventory Management, and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Outstanding negotiation and communication skills with ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external resources at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and meeting/goal deadlines.
• Able to travel to satellite offices, suppliers, and industry/supplier expositions as required.
• Proficient computer and essential office skills (Office/Google Suites and ERP)
• Ability to travel to suppliers, trade shows, and All Energy Solar facilities on a limited basis.
• Ability to work full-time at headquarters/central office (St. Paul, MN), with potential for limited flexible hybrid work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer (frequent).
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times (infrequent).
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute (frequent).

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a full-time exempt salaried position with a range of $80,000-$95,000 depending upon experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid: This position is eligible to work a combination of in-office work at AES headquarters (St. Paul, MN) and remote/work from home eligibility: (*Note: this is subject to change by management based on company and business needs, may or may not be eligible until 90+ days of employment/training period completion, will be determined and agreed on by management and employee, and contingent upon employees being in good standing).
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (company core hours). This position and the working schedule offers flexibility and may require additional hours outside of normal working hours including but not limited to mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• PTO accrual per hour will be .03847, up to 80 hours annually (120 hours annually after year 1).
• 6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday.
• Dental + vision insurance (free employee option).
• Health insurance (free employee option).
• 401K with company match (eligible after 90 days, age 21+).
• Discretionary Profit Sharing Bonus based on company performance.
• Free employee assistance plan.
• Company-provided training and Continuing Education.
• Much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All Energy Solar is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location that we facilitate. All Energy Solar is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military and Veterans.