Job Description

Description

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About 5B

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5B is an Australian clean technology company on a mission to accelerate the world's transition to renewable energy. Our name reflects the 5 billion years of sunshine our planet still has and our drive to unlock it in the simplest and most powerful way possible.

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We're transforming the way solar farms are built through the 5B Maverick, a prefabricated solar solution designed from first principles to deliver faster deployment, greater efficiency, and lower costs. Structurally efficient, aerodynamic, and installed at lightning speed, Maverick is redefining large-scale solar construction around the world.

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To accelerate our innovation, 5B was recently awarded AUD $46 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), supporting a major R&D; and product development program to further scale our technology globally.

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Learn more about us: https://5b.co/

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The Opportunity

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We are seeking a highly capable Procurement Specialist to join our growing Supply Chain team, based at our Mascot office. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this role plays a critical part in our largest and most critical spend categories in solar module, DC reticulation systems and CAPEX spend making it a pivotal role for margin performance and commercial competitiveness in the business. The role must develop strategic partnership and sourcing initiatives, supplier management, and procurement operations across a dynamic, fast-scaling global business.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on, commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally with engineering, project delivery, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure the right products are secured at the right cost, quality, and time.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Category Strategy & Sourcing

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- Develop and own the category strategy for solar modules,



DC electrical components and CAPEX spend aligned to 5B's project pipeline and commercial objectives.
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- Lead competitive sourcing processes including RFIs, RFQs, and tenders for finished goods suppliers across both categories.
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- Analyse total cost of ownership, supply market dynamics, and price benchmarks to inform sourcing decisions and negotiations.
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- Maintain a robust understanding of the global solar module market — including tier-1 manufacturer dynamics, panel specifications, efficiency trends, and geopolitical supply risks.
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Supplier Management

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- Build and manage strategic relationships with key finished goods suppliers across solar modules and electrical components.
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- Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance management processes including KPI scorecards and regular business reviews.
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- Identify and develop alternative supply sources to reduce concentration risk and maintain supply continuity.
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- Collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement in quality, lead times, and cost.
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Commercial & Contract Management

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- Lead commercial negotiations and manage contract execution for long‐term supply agreements and project‐specific purchase orders. Coverage of both S2C and P2P processes.
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- Work closely with legal and finance to structure contracts that protect 5B's interests and align with project timelines.
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- Monitor contract compliance, manage variations, and resolve commercial disputes.
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Cross-functional Collaboration

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- Partner with engineering to align product specifications and qualification requirements for modules and electrical components.
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- Work with project delivery and planning teams to ensure accurate demand forecasting and procurement scheduling.
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- Support project bid and proposal teams with cost intelligence and supply availability insights.
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- Report category spend, savings, and supplier risk to senior leadership.
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About You

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Qualifications

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- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
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- Professional certification (e.g. CIPS, CPSM, CSCP, CSCM) highly regarded
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Experience

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- Minimum 5-10 years in procurement with a track record in direct/ finished goods categories.
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- Preferred experience with solar module, electrical components and DC reticulation procurement.
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- Experience working in a project-based or EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) setting is highly regarded.
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- Proven ability to manage high-value, complex supplier negotiations with global or multinational manufacturers
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- Exposure working with international supply chains and South East Asian suppliers.
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- Exposure to technical or engineering-based materials, drawings, and documentation preferred
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- Experience with commodities markets would be beneficial.
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Skills & Attributes

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- High emotional intelligence with a resilient and adaptable mindset
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- Comfortable operating in a fast‐growing, evolving business environment
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- Solid stakeholder management and relationship‐building skills
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- Collaborative team player with a proactive, "can-do" attitude
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- Mandarin speaking candidates would be favourable.
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Why 5B?

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At 5B, you will work on globally impactful technology with a team that values first principles thinking, speed, and practical innovation. We offer flexible working, progressive leave and parental policies, and benefits that support life beyond work, all in a mission‐driven, high‐growth environment.

📌 Procurement Specialist (Modules And Electrical) (New South Wales)
🏢 5B Australia
📍 New South Wales