Director of Procurement

Birch Creek Energy

Director of Procurement overseeing procurement operations for solar energy projects at Birch Creek Energy. Leading end-to-end procurement strategies and collaborating with project teams for renewable energy initiatives.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeRemote • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate end-to-end Procurement strategy for all project’s Owner Supplied Equipment
Develop sourcing strategies for major equipment such as High Voltage Equipment like Transformers and Breakers as well as Modules, Inverters, Trackers, and other BOS components
Negotiate Supply Agreements to optimize costs, risks, and lead times
Oversee RFP/RFQ/PO lifecycles including evaluation, award, onboarding, and vendor management
Collaborate with other functions to align Procurement activities with corporate goals and project schedules
Achieve cost reductions through strategic sourcing
Monitor market trends and regulatory compliance such as Domestic Content requirements and HSE standards
Manage Logistics strategies such as shipping, warehousing, and deliveries
Implement Procurement tools and best practices for efficient workload management and accurate reporting
Track purchasing, delivery, logistics, and cashflows for all purchased equipment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, construction management, or related field; master’s preferred
4-8 years of procurement experience, preferably in the renewable energy or solar industry
Strategic Thinker: The ability to think ahead and strategically align procurement decisions with the company’s long-term goal and to meet project timelines
Proactive Problem Solver: Ability to anticipate challenges and provide solutions before they arise
Collaborative Leadership: A hands-on leader who fosters a culture of collaboration and accountability, while maintaining a clear focus on delivering results with candor and rigor
Industry Passion: A deep passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and the solar industry, with a strong drive to contribute to the global clean energy transition
Technical Acumen: A solid understanding of renewable energy projects to coordinate with Engineering and project management teams on equipment requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and bonus
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Opportunity to work with an innovative and mission-driven company
Career growth and development opportunities in a fast-growing company and industry

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurement strategysourcing strategiesnegotiationRFP lifecycle managementvendor managementcost reductionlogistics managementreportingmarket trend analysisregulatory compliance

Soft Skills

strategic thinkingproblem solvingcollaborative leadershipaccountabilityresults-orientedcommunicationanticipation of challengesteam collaborationadaptabilityfocus

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain managementBachelor’s degree in business administrationBachelor’s degree in construction managementMaster’s degree in related field