Supply Chain Manager

The Procurement Manager will successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position while demonstrating Company's Vision and Mission and to:- Establish and maintain strong and positive relationships with suppliers and vendors.- Do price negotiation with supplier contracts and service level agreements with manufacturers, vendors, suppliers and agents to ensure the highest quality products for lowest possible cost or best competitive price.- Receive and evaluate quotations, interview vendors and select/recommend suppliers while considering price, delivery requirements, and past performance of vendor/supplier.- Process purchase orders, requisitions, and other purchasing documents for the purchase of materials, tools, and equipment.- Schedule and coordinates delivery of materials and equipment.- Develop Project Procurement Plan in conjunction with Management.- Lead implementation of supplier optimization and supplier risk management initiatives, along with Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities by conducting supplier and subcontractor analysis, evaluate potential new suppliers and manage the overall supplier qualification process, as required.- Review and approve invoices. Coordinate and resolve invoice problems with vendor and A/P.- Coordinate and administer material returns, credits and refusals process while ensuring cost efficient handling.- Coordinates and administers special procurement projects, as required.- Perform additional duties as directed.- Operate and implement purchasing software.- Develop policies and procedures while maintaining terms and conditions.**; Requirements**:- Thorough knowledge of electrical and solar materials.- Demonstrated accomplishments in handling diverse and complex sourcing transactions, negotiations and contractual responsibilities.- Understand legal terms and conditions- Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies and accounting.- Proficiency with Excel.