Senior Director, Procurement

Senior Director, Procurement

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we're doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We're unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle from sale through installation and beyond so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

As a leader at Sunrun, you'll bring our leadership principles to life by creating the experience, leading by example, and communicating well & often. You'll keep score to drive results, develop people to help them grow, and build a deliberate culture where our values shine : We Love People, We Love to Create, and We Love to Run. Most importantly, you'll attract and retain top talent to help Sunrun build the best team on the planet. Together, we run.

The Senior Director, Procurement is responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide procurement strategies that support the company's long-term goals. This role will oversee all aspects of direct and indirect procurement, leading cross-functional initiatives to drive cost efficiency, supply chain resilience, operational excellence, and innovation. Through strategic leadership and deep functional knowledge, this leader will inspire action, influence senior stakeholders, and oversee the successful execution of procurement initiatives across the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and align global direct and indirect procurement strategies with company-wide business objectives to enhance supplier performance, manage risk, reduce costs, and ensure operational continuity.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine governance policies and procurement frameworks across all spend categories. Authorize policy changes based on business needs and ensure consistent application across functions.
• Direct cross-functional procurement transformation initiatives, coordinating concurrent activities across business units and inspiring action at all levels.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader to senior executives and key stakeholders, translating abstract business challenges into actionable procurement strategies.
• Identify and evaluate key strategic issues using qualitative and quantitative data. Apply judgment in assessing intangible variables to drive strategic sourcing decisions and innovation.
• Champion the implementation and optimization of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) systems and e-Sourcing platforms to support scalable, automated procurement processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to senior managers and category leaders across direct and indirect procurement functions, ensuring successful outcomes of initiatives, projects, and supplier engagements.
• Establish supplier performance programs and strategic relationship management practices to elevate supplier accountability and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead contract negotiations for critical categories, balancing risk, value, and compliance. Partner closely with legal, finance, and operations to secure favorable terms.
• Continuously scan external markets and industry trends to proactively identify cost-saving opportunities, market shifts, and potential risks.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through Lean practices and process innovation, with a focus on efficiency and standardization across procurement functions.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Certifications, And Other Skills)

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