Senior Buyer Job at Cypress HCM, Fort Mill, York County, SC

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  • Cypress HCM
  • Fort Mill, York County, SC

Job Description

Senior Buyer

This exciting role will be responsible for overseeing the company’s end-to-end procurement for both Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to solar production equipment and facility upgrades. A solid understanding of optimizing supply chains, managing vendors, and acquiring all equipment and maintenance items within a manufacturing environment will be needed to be successful in this role. They are headquartered in the Fort Mill, SC area. The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar cells and PV Modules for the renewable energy industry. If you are an individual who loves to implement procurement/supply chain processes and manage vendors, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities:

  • 1. MR&O Procurement (Primary Focus)
  • Source and manage suppliers for MRO materials (spare parts, tools, safety gear, etc.) used in solar PV equipment.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms for cost-effective, reliable supply.
  • Analyze usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and IEC standards.
  • Streamline the purchase request to purchase order (PR to PO) process.
  • 2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)
  • Lead procurement of capital assets: production equipment, facility upgrades, and new technology systems.
  • Work with engineering, operations, and finance teams on CAPEX requirements and vendor evaluations.
  • Negotiate contracts, leases, and financing for large purchases ($500K+).
  • Oversee vendor performance, installation timelines, warranties, and support.
  • 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and finance to prioritize MR&O and CAPEX needs.
  • Work with logistics and legal on customs, delivery, and contract compliance.
  • Report procurement progress, costs, and risk mitigation strategies to leadership.
  • 4. Cost Optimization & Compliance
  • Consolidate suppliers and leverage volume discounts for MR&O and CAPEX.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulations (ITAR, EAR).
  • Track KPIs: cost savings, delivery performance, and asset utilization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or equivalent work experience (Engineering preferred).
  • Minimum 5 years combined experience in MR&O and CAPEX procurement, preferably in manufacturing (solar, semiconductor, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred).
  • Experience managing high-value CAPEX projects ($500K+), including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project coordination.
  • Strong background in MRO and capital equipment procurement.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa) for inventory and CAPEX tracking.
  • Strong financial acumen to evaluate CAPEX proposals, ROI models, and depreciation strategies.
  • Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance short-term maintenance needs with long-term capital investment goals.
  • Ability to balance short-term and long-term procurement strategies.
  • Strong problem-solving, detail orientation, and adaptability.

Salary Range:

  • $70,000-89,000 per year with eligibility for up to 10% annual bonus

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Work experience placement,

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