Sr Manager/Director, Modules Procurement

About SB Energy

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Are you committed to advancing the clean energy revolution? Join us at SB Energy, a world-leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide flexible renewable energy at scale, accelerating the global energy transition and benefiting our planet, customers, communities, and people.

SB Energy develops, constructs, and owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced renewable projects across the United States, with Headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The company was formed in 2015 as a subsidiary of Japanese multinational conglomerate SoftBank Group Corp. SB Energy launched its United States platform in 2019 and has quickly become one of the largest solar and storage developer/IPPs in the U.S. With almost 1.7 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy projects in operation and a multi-GW pipeline, SB Energy is building the renewable energy future – today. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver renewable energy that is local, reliable, and matched to load.

Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!

Basic Function

The Sr. Manager/Director of Modules Procurement will lead and support the development of large-scale renewable projects across the U.S. This position will report to the VP of Supply Chain Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic planning, vendor qualification, competitive procurement solicitations, contract negotiations and execution. The position will support various other function groups within SB Energy including the Strategy & Investments, Development, Engineering, Capital Markets, and Construction Management.

Responsibilities

• Track policy changes regarding equipment sourcing; ITC (Investment Tax Credit) section, section 201/301/232 changes. Establish related risk mitigation plans based on the policy changes.
• Pipeline planning: Negotiations of multi-year supply agreements with strategic vendors, including major equipment contracts
• Domestic sourcing strategy planning of modules, GSUs, trackers, inverter and other major equipment used at facility.
• Scale supply chain related infrastructure, including spend forecasting, road mapping, and system-level value analysis.
• Implement supply chain tools; procure pay, cost analysis, etc.
• Implement world-class sourcing and supply chain teams, including equipment sourcing, logistics & planning and data analytics team

Qualifications/Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in renewable energy with 5+ years specific to supply chain management responsibilities including contracts, procurement, and market analysis.
• Experience and expertise with SCM management, commodity sourcing, MS Office (word, excel), MS Project, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills are essential.
• Self-starter with proven ability to lead diverse project teams in multiple regions.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in related field.

Location: San Francisco Bay Area; Phoenix, AZ; preferred but not required. Open to remote work.

The position requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Base Pay - $140,000 - $200,000

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, such as skill set, experience, certifications, specific work location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Base pay may vary per location due to differences in the cost of living.

The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual discretionary bonus, full Health & Wellness Benefits package, generous Long Term Incentive plan designed with our partnership mentality in mind, and other applicable incentive perks as outlined in any formal offer made. The final compensation package will be discussed with the candidate during the final stages of the hiring process.

Our Health & Wellness Benefits

SB Energy’s Benefits programs are designed to support our team members and their families while keeping their well-being, happiness, and varying needs in mind. SB Energy employees may enroll in our benefits programs and take advantage of customized perks and offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. We offer the following benefits to all team members:

• Competitive Retirement Benefits with 401(k) company match
• 12 weeks fully paid Parental Leave
• Mental Health Wellness Offerings
• Thoughtful Hybrid Workplace Set-up Benefits
• Discounted Physical Wellness plan & Pet Insurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Medical & Dependent FSA; Transit & Commuter FSA with employer contributions
• Phone Equipment Purchase Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Company Holidays
• Monthly reimbursement for Phone/Internet/Data
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance: 100% premium covered by the company, for employees and dependents
• Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Legal Insurance Plan

Promote Sustainability with a Purpose - At SB Energy, you may choose to become a part of our ‘Just Renewables’ Committee and work along with team members who share a belief in pursuing our mission in such a way that empowers a diverse and inclusive workforce that advances social justice and equity for our employees as well as partners and communities!

SB Energy is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. SB Energy strives to create an inclusive culture and safe environment for all.

To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com.