Procurement Quality Manager (Remote)

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and execute procurement quality strategies for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring materials (e.g., PV modules, MVTs, inverters, cabling) meet design and performance requirements.

• Lead the creation and maintenance of a vendor scoring system, evaluating suppliers on quality, delivery, and compliance metrics to inform sourcing decisions.

• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and performance assessments to ensure quality and technical standards adherence.

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to define material specifications and quality requirements.

• Develop field-related quality control processes, including inspections, testing, and procured item documentation.

• Ensure compliance with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) regulations for source traceability and domestic content, maintaining records for audits and incentive eligibility.

• Monitor industry trends, innovations, and regulatory changes to optimize procurement practices and maintain project competitiveness.

• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, quality certifications, and supplier performance metrics.

• Mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, defective materials, or non-compliance with safety and environmental standards.

• Manage procurement-related non-conformance processes, coordinate with suppliers to resolve issues (e.g., defective materials), and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Vendor Scoring System Development:

The Procurement Quality Manager shall collaborate with Procurement leadership to develop and apply a robust vendor scoring system to inform sourcing decisions.

• Design and implement a comprehensive vendor scoring system to evaluate supplier performance based on key metrics such as quality, delivery timeliness, cost competitiveness, and compliance with project specifications.

• Establish clear criteria and weighing for the scoring model, incorporating feedback from cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, quality assurance, and finance).

• Regularly update and refine the scoring system to reflect evolving project needs, market conditions, and supplier performance trends.

• Utilize the vendor scoring system to inform supplier selection, contract renewals, and strategic procurement decisions.

• Provide feedback and input to Procurement team members with reliable data from the scoring system for data-driven decisions.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• 5+ years of verifiable leadership experience in procurement, quality management, or supply chain roles, preferably in the renewable energy or solar industry.

• Strong knowledge of solar EPC project requirements, including technical specifications for solar components.

• Proven expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and quality assurance processes.

• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IEC, UL, ISO) and regulatory requirements for solar projects.

• Knowledge of current Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) regulations, including source traceability and domestic content requirements, to ensure compliance and maximize project incentives.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Certification in procurement or quality management (e.g., CIPS, Six Sigma, PMP).

• Experience with international supply chains and logistics for solar & BESS projects.

• Understanding of renewable energy market dynamics and sustainability practices.

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SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$122,042.00 - $152,553.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.