Director, Supply Chain

About the role

Cypress Creek Energy is actively pursuing a Director, Supply Chain. The ideal applicant will possess the ability to solve hard problems, learn quickly in a constantly changing environment, work well on a team, is highly organized and articulate, and can effectively communicate complex topics to qualified but non-specialist internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic procurement initiatives in support of CCE's project development and project construction organizations
• Plan procurement of major equipment with Development, Engineering, and Project Management for allocation to projects
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders from other departments
• Issue, manage, and evaluate RFPs for equipment procurement
• Take lead in negotiation of equipment supply agreements
• Ensure equipment meets stakeholder bankability, performance, and reliability standards
• Manage logistics and scheduling equipment ensuring on time delivery
• Support and maintain supplier relationships, with a specific focus on PV modules, Battery Energy Storage (BESS), inverters, racking, transformers, and breakers
• Be a subject matter expert on supply chain industry trends, technology evolution, and market dynamics
• Manage the company view on forward looking product costs and performance roadmaps utilizing vendor relationships and market research
• Collect and report global market, commodity and policy assessment updates
• Follow, manage, and update company policies as necessary

Requirements

• 6-8+ years of supply chain experience in the solar or electric utility industry
• B.S. in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of CCE, including executives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, ERP systems

Qualifications

• Experience with strategy/forecasting/communication a plus
• Experience in strategic category management for High Voltage Equipment (transformers and breakers, specifically)
• Experience in direct support of capital construction projects
• Experience developing processes and procedures

Location: The preferred location for this role is one of our offices in Asheville, NC; Chicago, IL; Durham, NC or New York City, NY. We are also open to remote candidates.

Pay

The salary range for the position is $150-$190,000 plus bonus and benefits. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement
• Company Swag