Technical Procurement Lead (Solar)

Solar Landscape is seeking a Technical Procurement Lead (Solar) based in Chicago, IL. The role involves optimizing equipment selection and driving data-informed decisions in procurement, focusing on electrical systems. Responsibilities include vendor evaluation, collaboration with engineering teams, and improving procurement efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in engineering or supply chain and over 7 years of relevant experience.
About Us




Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.





Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.





Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.





We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.





If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.





About The Role





We are seeking a technically strong and analytical Technical Procurement Lead (Solar) to drive data-informed decision-making and optimize equipment selection across our projects, with a focus on electrical systems and emerging technologies.


Partnering closely with the Director of Procurement, you will lead technical vendor evaluation, support value engineering efforts, and influence strategic supplier decisions. This highly cross-functional role works closely with engineering, field teams, and vendors to improve cost, performance, and scalability while advancing data-driven procurement practices.



Responsibilities


Serve as subject matter expert for electrical equipment.
Evaluate and validate technical specifications for procurement decisions.
Support value engineering efforts in collaboration with engineering and field teams.
Identify and assess new technologies, vendors, and equipment solutions.
Lead technical vetting of suppliers and equipment.
Develop performance benchmarks and evaluation frameworks for vendors.
Support vendor selection and procurement strategy through technical analysis.
Partner with Director of Procurement on strategic supplier decisions.
Develop dashboards and reporting (in collaboration with technical resources).
Drive adoption of data-driven decision-making across procurement.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, cost, and performance.
Introduce new tools, methodologies, and frameworks for procurement optimization.


Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical preferred), supply chain, or related field.
7+ years of experience in procurement, engineering, or technical sourcing.
Strong experience with solar equipment (inverters, transformers, switchgear, etc.).
Experience supporting or leading technical evaluation of vendors and equipment.
Proven ability to influence decisions through data and analysis.
Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools.
Familiarity with ERP systems (Dynamics preferred).
Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate technical concepts into business decisions.


Nice to Have


Experience in solar, energy, or infrastructure sectors
Exposure to battery storage systems or emerging energy technologies
Engineering background (electrical strongly preferred)



Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.




Benefits and Perks




We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:




Training / Professional development opportunities
401(k) with 4% company match
Summer Fridays
Flexible remote/hybrid work options
Paid parental leave
Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance




We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.