Purchasing Specialist, I

**At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we're just getting started.** As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to **"Make the Difference"** by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at **CS Power Systems**—where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.**Responsibilities:*** Creates request for quotation (RFQ); Communicates with vendors and selects vendors based on price, service and ability to meet production needs* Processing Invoices for all orders and ensuring orders are received* Processes purchase requisitions from internal departments and ensure proper approvals have been given prior to placing items on order* Identifies and communicates issues arising from the supply of materials and services with both the vendor and internal requisitioner.* Works with team members to identify instances of damaged shipments, including addressing and following up with suppliers and requisitioner.* Monitors, evaluates, and analyzes vendor performance to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met* Manages supplier relationships and update management on any issues with vendors* Performs new material cost evaluation for management review* Takes on additional tasks when other departmental staff are absent* Ensures that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct* Supports ISO 9001 activities* Adheres to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies* Quarterly and Yearly data collection is preferred. **Qualifications and Experience:*** Degree/Diploma in procurement field and/or related experience* Demonstrated analytical skills with particular attention to detail* Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization* Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with user departments and key external stakeholders* Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently* Excellent time and project management skills* Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Office and enterprise ERP system and e-mail required* Experience using SAP is an asset#CSPowerSystemsCanadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions since 2001. Our friendly and dedicated team of sales and operations experts work with retailers and strategic distribution partners all over the globe to provide our residential, commercial and utility-scale solar solutions. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr