Director, Procurement

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Avantus. We are currently looking for a Director, Procurement in San Diego, CA, USA.

This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the sourcing and procurement of solar and energy storage systems at scale. You will shape and implement best-in-class procurement strategies for utility-scale renewable energy projects, managing more than $1B in annual equipment spend. You'll collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and legal teams to drive commercial excellence, optimize supplier relationships, and contribute directly to the success of clean energy development initiatives. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on a rapidly growing organization working at the forefront of the energy transition.

Accountabilities:

• Lead procurement strategy and execution across solar PV and storage systems, including modules, trackers, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-system components.
• Execute complex RFP processes and negotiate large-scale, multi-party supply, integration, and construction agreements.
• Integrate energy storage systems into sourcing strategies for both hybrid and stand-alone applications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align technical, commercial, and contractual aspects from early-stage development through execution.
• Establish supplier performance standards, metrics, and supplier development programs to ensure quality and cost optimization.
• Identify opportunities to leverage scale across projects and implement strategic sourcing approaches to maximize value.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and conduct risk analysis to support project timelines and quality requirements.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or project transactions within the renewable energy sector.
• Demonstrated success managing complex capital procurement efforts, ideally in asset-heavy or project-driven organizations.
• At least 1 year of experience managing EPC selection processes.
• Strong background in negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and implementing strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field required; MBA or relevant business qualification preferred.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple stakeholders and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams in engineering, finance, and legal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonus potential
• Base salary range: $168,003–$197,650 (USD), depending on location and experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Hybrid work model (San Diego-based)
• Inclusive, mission-driven work environment focused on sustainability and innovation

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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