What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Strata Clean Energy, LLC?
About Us
Strata Clean Energy is a national leading developer of commercial and utility-scale solar farms.
We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees.
We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies.
We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you’ll join us.
Overview
Position Summary:
This position will strategically manage administrative and financial tasks to support solar farm-related purchases.Additionally, this person will coordinate with internal and external end user(s).
Responsibilities
Position Responbilites:
Organize and source Request for Quote (RFQ) from Internal End User. Negotiate best terms with Suppliers such as cost, quality specifications, requirements, and delivery ETA asnecessary. Communicate RFQ pricing and delivery terms to End User for approval. Maintain and manage purchase requests on a daily basis in the purchasing program: ViewPointOne. Create and/or revise Purchase Orders (PO’s) for all Products and Services in ViewPoint, and submit PO forapproval(s). Work with required persons, internal or external, to resolve any PO related issues. Work alongside Accounts Payable to resolve problems and past due invoices. Work with the Strata Warehouse team to resolve tool truck order pick up delays. Assist Purchasing Team Lead in the creation and sourcing of complex RFQ’s. Assist Purchasing Team Lead in the reconciliation of PO issues. Work closely with Vendors and Logistics team to update materials ETA.
Collaborate with accounts payable, operations, product management, and finance to solve issues andimprove customer service.
Work with suppliers to gain knowledge of materials and services Strata is procuring.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
2 years of Purchasing, Procurement, and/or Sourcing experience preferred Excellent planning, problem solving and organization skills Excellent computer knowledge, with solid proficiency in Excel Process-oriented mindset is a plus. Experienced with vendor relationship management and strategic purchasing a plus. Must be detail oriented with demonstrated ability for accuracy. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work with multiple partners and peers across the organization. Must have a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency. Must have the ability to convey information and ideas verbally and written. Must have the ability to work independently and demonstrate sound decision-making skills. High School Diploma or GED required.
No third party solicitations or resumes will be accepted for this or any other Strata Solar position.
Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.
