Director of Procurement

Birch Creek Energy, a utility-scale solar development company with projects throughout the United States, is seeking a Director of Procurement who thrives in a team-oriented culture and shares our mission to create a future with more renewable energy. 

Birch Creek was ranked #3 on Inc. 5000’s list of Fastest Growing Companies in 2023. 

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Director of Procurement to manage aspects of our procurement strategy and implementation plan.

The Director of Procurement will manage and optimize the end-to-end procurement operations for our solar energy projects. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for sourcing, contracts, logistics, inventory management, and vendor relationships to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of solar equipment and materials.

Our headquarters is in St. Louis, with an additional office location in Los Angeles. The ability to work from our STL or LA office is a plus factor, but remote-work candidates are also welcomed.

Key Responsibilities: 

Director of Procurement Job Description

• Facilitate end-to-end Procurement strategy for all project’s Owner Supplied Equipment
• Develop sourcing strategies for major equipment such as High Voltage Equipment like Transformers and Breakers as well as Modules, Inverters, Trackers, and other BOS components
• Negotiate Supply Agreements to optimize costs, risks, and lead times
• Oversee RFP/RFQ/PO lifecycles including evaluation, award, onboarding, and vendor management
• Collaborate with other functions to align Procurement activities with corporate goals and project schedules
• Achieve cost reductions through strategic sourcing 
• Monitor market trends and regulatory compliance such as Domestic Content requirements and HSE standards
• Manage Logistics strategies such as shipping, warehousing, and deliveries
• Implement Procurement tools and best practices for efficient workload management and accurate reporting
• Track purchasing, delivery, logistics, and cashflows for all purchased equipment.

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, construction management, or related field; master’s preferred.
• Experience: 4-8 years of procurement experience, preferably in the renewable energy or solar industry.

Desired Attributes:

• Strategic Thinker: The ability to think ahead and strategically align procurement decisions with the company’s long-term goal and to meet project timelines.
• Proactive Problem Solver: Ability to anticipate challenges and provide solutions before they arise.
• Collaborative Leadership: A hands-on leader who fosters a culture of collaboration and accountability, while maintaining a clear focus on delivering results with candor and rigor.
• Industry Passion: A deep passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and the solar industry, with a strong drive to contribute to the global clean energy transition.
• Technical Acumen: A solid understanding of renewable energy projects to coordinate with Engineering and project management teams on equipment requirements.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Opportunity to work with an innovative and mission-driven company.
• Career growth and development opportunities in a fast-growing company and industry.