Sr. Buyer

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. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. 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. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Who We Are

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.

Overview

The Sr. Buyer purchases of goods and services for the company. The Sr. Buyer drives the procurement process and closely interacts with multiple internal departments to assist and review business requirements. This role negotiates with suppliers on a regular basis, sets and achieves cost reduction targets, examines prices, reviews and manages availability of products or services; compares scopes of work and reviews alternatives to fulfill objectives. The Sr. Buyer updates procurement policy and procedural documentation as needed.

Responsibilities

Oversees the purchase order (PO) placing process to ensure on time delivery of product and on-time payment of all invoices
Leads the exception management process and holds suppliers accountable when POs come through with inaccurate detail
Creates purchase orders from requisitions
Facilitates periodic requests for quote to all appropriate vendors to insure competitive pricing and payment terms, as well as managing the portfolio of items that the company carries
Analyzes spend data seeking opportunities to reduce cost, consolidate spend and support in sourcing strategy development
Identifies and executes cost and payment terms improvement plans with suppliers
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
Negotiates contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and reviews opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
Supports leadership with driving cost, technology and value improvements with suppliers across the Supply Chain
Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive purchasing experience in related field
Ability to effectively participate as a member of a project