Senior Project Procurement & Supply Chain Lead

Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Lead
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Energy is the binding constraint on human progress. Solar and storage are the lowest cost sources of new generation, but the conventional project delivery model has not changed in 30 years and deployment cannot keep pace with demand.
Planted is the execution layer between a parcel of land and a powered facility. We digitize sites, optimize designs, and deploy robots to build the lowest cost and fastest new power systems at the speed of manufacturing.
We’re expanding our team of ambitious, curious, and hands-on engineers and operators who want to accelerate that transition. Come take ownership of large parts of our product, company, and business development as we help power the world with 100% clean and abundant energy.

About The Role

Planted Solar is seeking an organized and execution-focused
Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Lead
to own the end-to-end supply chain for our solar projects, including for structural and DC electrical balance of system (BOS) materials. This role is key to project success, requiring a person who can manage across project timelines, lead times, supplier sourcing and capabilities, and logistics to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
This role will operate cross functionally, liaising with both Project Managers and the Field team. You will own project material delivery and logistics and will build internal communication loops between teams to root cause, remediate, and prevent risks to quality project completion. You will manage the entire lifecycle from the project Bill of Materials (BoM) and technical specifications through to the final delivery of materials and equipment on-site. The ideal candidate thrives on managing complex schedules and supplier relationships to deliver on project success. You will own supplier relationships to ensure vendor quality, as well as grow Planted’s procurement internal procurement infrastructure.
The salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $150,000 plus stock options and benefits. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience, job-specific skills, education, and work location. The target experience for the position is 5-10+ years of relevant experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage project procurement for the entire Bill of Materials (BOM), including verifying specifications in coordination with Project Engineers and the Engineering team, tracking lead times, and determining quantities inclusive of spares
Own coordination + assurance of material delivery and on-site movement logistics in alignment with critical project milestones
Place and manage purchase orders (POs) through the full lifecycle to ensure suppliers and vendors meet delivery dates
Track procurement and delivery status and communicate closely with Project Managers on project installation timelines
Act as a consistent bridge between PMs and Field Team, informing project planning with realities of delivery, logistics, and onsite constraints
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure reliability, quality, competitive pricing, and on-time delivery
Evaluate supplier performance by identifying recurring issues and opportunities to improve cost, reliability, and lead time
Identify, evaluate, and pre-qualify new suppliers and vendors to expand sourcing and meet project procurement needs
Collaborate with business operations to forecast material needs aligned with the project pipeline, especially on long lead items
Identify and lead improvements to procurement and logistics workflows and implement best practices to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Support + improve internal process for triggering order placement, tracking, and validating material through deliver
Travel as needed across projects to build firsthand understanding of field operations, uncover real constraints, and validate material standards
Coordinate transportation and logistics for equipment and material deliveries to site, including working with freight brokers and forwarders and internal field team to ensure shipments arrive on schedule
Maintain organized records of purchase orders, material certifications and inspection reports, and certificates of conformance for material traceability
Maintain accurate tracking and allocation of Planted-maintained part inventory
Provide real-time input and feedback loop on material and logistics costs to support project cost estimation

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in operations, procurement, sourcing, and/or supply chain, with a proven track record of managing supply chain for projects with external timelines
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or Construction Management or equivalent experience
Proven track record of managing multiple suppliers and vendors simultaneously, across domestic and international suppliers and vendors
Strong track record of supplier performance management and risk mitigation
Technical literacy with the ability to understand technical specifications and engineering drawings to ensure material compliance
Strong understanding of quality control documentation and the ability to verify that incoming materials meet project specifications
Knowledge of logistics operations, shipping documentation, and domestic and international freight and customs
Excellent communication and extreme organization
Driven and outcome-oriented; able to navigate complex project dynamics
Hands-on attitude, strong ownership mentality, and resourcefulness
Inquisitive and not afraid to speak up to get necessary information or input
Eagerness to navigate ambiguity and make good decisions with imperfect knowledge
Desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment
Located in the SF Bay Area or willing to relocate for 100% in-person role

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics for construction projects
*A note on qualifications: Many people only apply for jobs if they believe they can perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider equivalent combinations of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Mostly desk work using standard office equipment
Occasional travel to supplier or vendor facilities
What We Offer
11 paid company holidays and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid in-office lunches
Stock options
Medical, vision, dental, and other benefits
Pre-tax commuter benefits
401(k)
A chance to have an empowered, meaningful, and early role in climate
This will be a great fit if:
You want to solve challenging problems
You are biased towards action and focus on the vital work that drives the most impact
You prioritize the physical and psychological safety of yourself and those around you
You are humble, embrace change, and deliver and receive candid feedback
You are optimistic about the future and can make tough decisions to help get there
You have high expectations and coach, develop, and make time to help others
Planted is an equal opportunity employer committed to growing inclusively, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. However you identify, or whatever background you bring with you, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.