Your mission
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team and help manage our logistics procurement needs, aligned with the organization's strategy. Ultimately, you will work with leaders in our organization to understand the needs and ensure to achieve our supply goals in a timely manner with competitive rates. This will involve supporting the research and management of logistic service providers for the solar business and energy storage systems in the European market, as well as negotiating rate cards and contracts for short and long-term partnerships.
- Conduct and manage market research to identify potential suppliers for logistic distribution and project deliveries
- Negotiate, implement, and maintain logistics procurement functions, including storage, distribution, and transportation for products in the solar business and energy storage systems
- Prepare RFQs, negotiate pricing, request quotes, terms, and conditions from vendors, and recommend the most qualified source to meet budget and scheduling objectives.
- Prepare agreements in collaboration with the Legal department
- Maintain and ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications
- Analyze industry and demand trends, develop and implement procurement strategies, and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
- Collaborate with stakeholders (Sales, Compliance, Legal, Finance, etc.) to ensure clear requirements documentation and clarity of the company's specifications and expectations
- Identify and implement new tools and/or methods aimed at improving efficiency and achieving best value pricing objectives (e.g., Decision Matrix, SOP, RFQs, Benchmarking)
- Ensure that necessary databases, spreadsheets, reports, and records for material control are maintained
- Review and update procurement policies and procedures