BUYER I - PURCHASING & WAREHOUSING

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we’re designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other residential energy company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth. We’re on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.

The Buyer purchases goods and services for the company. The Buyer executes procurement activities and closely interacts with multiple internal departments to assist and review business requirements. Oversee day-to-day purchasing workflows, specifically the purchase order (PO) placement process to ensure on time delivery of product and on-time payment of all invoices

Manages exceptions and works with suppliers to resolve invoice or delivery discrepancies

Reviews inventory and purchasing data to support sourcing needs

Negotiate supplier contracts and terms, leveraging purchasing volume to drive cost savings and protect profit margins.

Monitors supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining a supplier scorecard to ensure company requirements are met and supplier is aware of their performance

Assists in contract negotiation and requests quotes to secure competitive pricing

Collaborates with suppliers and internal teams to maintain quality and delivery standards

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience in related field

Ability to effectively participate as a member of a project team, interfacing with various departmental representatives

Analytical capability in terms of metrics, volumes, trends, financial information is required

Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects in an environment of competing priorities

Strong computer skills including G-Suite knowledge, MS Word and MS PowerPoint

Advanced MS Excel skills

Experience in Oracle / SAP / Similar ERP

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io believe that empowering people and valuing our differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth.