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Construction Procurement Specialist (Rockville, MD) 

About the Organization Standard Solar, Inc. is a national leader in the full-service development, construction, integration, financing and installation of solar electric systems. Dedicated to making Distributed Generation ('DG') solar solutions more accessible, the company is leading the way to energy independence. We are committed to offering responsible and energy cost-saving solar solutions that conform to the highest standards.

Since 2004, Standard Solar has been developing solar projects to creatively solve the energy needs of commercial, industrial, educational, government, utility and other clients. From challenging rooftop configurations to utility-scale solar fields, Standard Solar has executed hundreds of groundbreaking and unique solar projects. With a deep understanding of regulatory environments and the energy landscape, Standard Solar designs systems that maximize each customer's investment.

Named one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in America for four consecutive years by Inc. Magazine, Standard Solar operates nationally and is headquartered in Rockville, MD. For more information, please visit www.standardsolar.com.  
Description

As a Construction Procurement Specialist you will act as a steward to Supply Chain and provide procurement feedback/guidance to internal and external Supply Chain customers. You will maintain accurate and timely processing of all purchase order transactions through Oracle to ensure the timely receipt, payment, and accrual of financial commitments. Your ability to perform effective procurement transaction and communication management through various information systems, reports and methods is of vital importance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assists end users in researching and purchasing best value products and services to ensure the proper needs and goals of the organization are met.
  • Update and track material through the entire process from BOM submission to receipt of material.
  • Identifies any new vendors that need to be added to the vendor databases or specific products which need to be added to Oracle while coordinating and obtaining the information required.
  • Conducts monthly reconciliation of specific vendors for Accounts Payable and manages contracts as assigned.
  • Determines what contracts need to be set up in Oracle and maps those contracts to the correct facility/locations.
  • Assists departments (internal Supply Chain or external departments) with ad-hoc requests for information and guidance related to Supply Chain needs.
  • Uses the various available technologies to provide end-users with information regarding products, pricing, and usage information.
  • Responsible for Purchasing and Contracts Management.
  • Negotiate the lowest cost possible while maintaining high quality.
  • Creatively source new products to help lower costs and improve quality on our projects.
  • Help to maintain pricing sheet.
  • Communicate effectively with all Teams to ensure a quality product for the most economical cost and material is delivered on time and when needed.
  • Create and manage Requisitions and Purchase Orders (POs)
  • Continuously seek ways to reduce material cost and streamline processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • BS/MS with knowledge and interest in the renewable power industry.
  • Knowledge use of Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe applications, Preferred.
  • Previous experience in Solar and Electrical, Preferred.
  • Must possess current valid license to drive or otherwise provide own transportation.
  • Knowledge of various source selection methods.
  • Ability to negotiate prices, contract terms and conditions.
  • Good oral communication, dispute resolution, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Have good communication with all departments.

Physical Demands

Conducts work in a professional office setting. May have to travel to local jobsites for learning and training.

Physical working conditions may involve the following:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, reaching, and/or bending.

• Extended periods of reading fine print on a computer or in paper-based format.

Salary Range: $58k - $68k with bonus potential

 
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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