Job SummaryWe are seeking a strategic MRO and CAPEX Buyer to join our leading solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing team in the U.S. This role will oversee end-to-end procurement for both Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&amp;O) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to solar PV production equipment and facility upgrades. You will play a critical role in optimizing supply chains, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective acquisition of both operational maintenance items and long-term capital assets across our two U.S. manufacturing sites.Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. MR&amp;O Procurement (Core Focus)<ul><li>Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for MRO materials (e.g., equipment spare parts, maintenance tools, safety supplies, lubricants, electrical components) specific to solar PV manufacturing equipment (e.g., wafer saws, thin-film deposition systems, testing machines).</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve cost savings and secure reliable supply chains for day-to-day maintenance needs.</li><li>Analyze historical usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and prevent production downtime.</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, NFPA), environmental regulations (EPA), and industry quality requirements (IEC standards).</li><li>Drive PR to PO process optimization activity</li></ul>2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)<ul><li>Lead the procurement of capital assets, including new production equipment, facility upgrades, and technology systems (e.g., solar panel assembly lines, automation systems, energy storage solutions).</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to define CAPEX requirements, develop RFPs/RFQs, and evaluate vendor proposals for large-scale purchases.</li><li>Negotiate long-term contracts, lease agreements, or financing options for CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and ROI objectives.</li><li>Manage vendor performance for CAPEX projects, including installation timelines, warranty terms, and post-purchase support.</li></ul>3. Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Partner with maintenance, engineering, and finance teams to prioritize both urgent MR&amp;O needs and strategic CAPEX initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate with logistics and legal teams to manage customs clearance, installation logistics, and contract compliance for imported equipment or materials.</li><li>Provide regular updates to leadership on procurement progress, cost variances, and risk mitigation strategies for both MR&amp;O and CAPEX spend.</li></ul>4. Cost Optimization &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers for both MR&amp;O and CAPEX categories, leveraging volume discounts and standardized contracts.</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP), and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR, EAR for imported equipment).</li><li>Prepare performance reports on cost savings, on-time delivery rates, and asset utilization for both operational and capital purchases.</li></ul>

Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality PV modules. Silfab leverages more than 40 years of solar experience and best-in-class technologies to produce the highest- rated solar modules. Silfab operates state-of-the-art facilities in the state of Washington and Toronto, Canada and will soon be manufacturing solar cells and PV modules in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Each facility features multiple automated production lines, an ISO 9001:2015-accredited Quality Management System, and just-in-time manufacturing to deliver Buy American approved PV modules specifically designed for and dedicated to the North American market. Visit www.silfabsolar.com for more information.

Senior MRO Buyer

Job SummaryWe are seeking a strategic&nbsp;MRO and CAPEX Buyer&nbsp;to join our leading solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing team in the U.S. This role will oversee end-to-end procurement for both&nbsp;Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&amp;O)&nbsp;materials and&nbsp;Capital Expenditures (CAPEX)&nbsp;related to solar PV production equipment and facility upgrades. You will play a critical role in optimizing supply chains, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective acquisition of both operational maintenance items and long-term capital assets across our two U.S. manufacturing sites.Essential Duties and Responsibilities&nbsp;1. MR&amp;O Procurement (Core Focus)<ul><li>Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for MRO materials (e.g., equipment spare parts, maintenance tools, safety supplies, lubricants, electrical components) specific to solar PV manufacturing equipment (e.g., wafer saws, thin-film deposition systems, testing machines).</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve cost savings and secure reliable supply chains for day-to-day maintenance needs.</li><li>Analyze historical usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and prevent production downtime.</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, NFPA), environmental regulations (EPA), and industry quality requirements (IEC standards).</li><li>Drive PR to PO process optimization activity</li></ul>2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)<ul><li>Lead the procurement of capital assets, including new production equipment, facility upgrades, and technology systems (e.g., solar panel assembly lines, automation systems, energy storage solutions).</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to define CAPEX requirements, develop RFPs/RFQs, and evaluate vendor proposals for large-scale purchases.</li><li>Negotiate long-term contracts, lease agreements, or financing options for CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and ROI objectives.</li><li>Manage vendor performance for CAPEX projects, including installation timelines, warranty terms, and post-purchase support.</li></ul>3. Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Partner with maintenance, engineering, and finance teams to prioritize both urgent MR&amp;O needs and strategic CAPEX initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate with logistics and legal teams to manage customs clearance, installation logistics, and contract compliance for imported equipment or materials.</li><li>Provide regular updates to leadership on procurement progress, cost variances, and risk mitigation strategies for both MR&amp;O and CAPEX spend.</li></ul>4. Cost Optimization &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers for both MR&amp;O and CAPEX categories, leveraging volume discounts and standardized contracts.</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP), and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR, EAR for imported equipment).</li><li>Prepare performance reports on cost savings, on-time delivery rates, and asset utilization for both operational and capital purchases.</li></ul>

Senior MRO Buyer

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