Project Procurement & Logistics Lead

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.

Planted Solar is seeking an organized and execution‑focused Project Procurement & Logistics 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.

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.

The salary range for this full-time position is $80,000 - $110,000 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 3‑7+ 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
• 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
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure reliability, quality, competitive pricing, and on‑time delivery
• Evaluate supplier performance to drive vendor accountability
• 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
• 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
• Identify and lead improvements to procurement and logistics workflows and implement best practices to increase efficiency and reduce costs

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in 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,…