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# Senior Buyer, Procurement at T1 Energy

- **Company:** [T1 Energy](https://feeny.ai/companies/t1-energy)
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/t1energy/92f96cb1-76bc-4de5-a51c-473ccfd16c49

## Job description

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

## The Role

T1 Energy is looking to hire a Senior Procurement Buyer to own global solar cell and module supply chain relationships, contract strategy, and high-stakes risk mitigation. This is a senior, commercially autonomous role for someone who has managed multi-million dollar procurement portfolios and knows how to structure agreements that protect against volatile trade laws, shifting technology, and real geopolitical risk. You’ll manage portfolios ranging from $20M to $100M+, negotiate directly with international Tier-1 suppliers, and build the supply chain architecture that keeps T1 resilient in one of the most complex and fast-moving trade environments in the world. If you know the solar supply chain cold and you’ve got the negotiation track record to back it up, this is the role for you.

## What You’ll Do

- Spearhead high-volume RFQ processes, negotiate Master Supply and Service Agreements (MSAs), and lock in pricing, liquidated damages, and warranty provisions.
- Formulate supply chain architectures that minimize exposure to Section 232 tariff frameworks, AD/CVD duties, and customs holdups under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
- Construct comprehensive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models tracking polysillicon pricing trends, manufacturing localization shifts, and macro freight indicators.
- Apply deep understanding of the TOPCon solar module supply chain to inform sourcing strategy and risk management.
- Collaborate across engineering, legal, project finance, and EPC project managers to align complex production pipelines with physical field schedules.

## Who You Are

- A seasoned procurement professional with deep command of global solar supply chains and the commercial autonomy to own high-value portfolios end to end.
- A skilled, confident negotiator who has drafted and finalized multi-million dollar agreements with international Tier-1 companies.
- Analytically rigorous, with genuine expertise in TCO modeling, MRP logic, and strategic data modeling.
- Fluent in the regulatory landscape: trade law, tariffs, clean energy tax credits, and import/export compliance.
- A strong cross-functional partner who connects procurement strategy to engineering, legal, finance, and field execution.
- Calm and decisive under the pressure of volatile markets and shifting trade frameworks.

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, an engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in solar procurement.
- 5–8+ years of advanced utility-scale solar or large-scale industrial energy procurement experience handling high-capacity portfolios.
- Demonstrated history of successfully drafting and finalizing multi-million dollar agreements directly with international Tier-1 companies.
- Deep, fluent understanding of global solar supply chains, U.S. clean energy tax credits, and active import/export regulations.
- Mastery of enterprise ERP environments, advanced MRP logic, and strategic data-modeling practices.
- Mandarin fluency highly preferred.

The T1 Way We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in. T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.

## About T1 Energy

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: T1 Energy manufactures advanced solar modules and is building an integrated U.S. solar and battery supply chain for utility-scale energy customers.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: TE)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 2020 (as FREYR Battery); rebranded to T1 Energy in February 2025
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing, solar cell production, battery energy storage, and data center infrastructure.
- **Target customers**: Utility-scale solar developers and independent power producers (B2B).
- **Mission statement**: “Advancing the energy shift from Austin, Texas” by building domestic solar & battery supply chains to deliver scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy.

## Products & Services
- **G1_Dallas Solar Modules**: High-efficiency PERC and TOPCon PV solar modules produced at a 5 GW nameplate facility in Wilmer, Texas. Type: Manufactured hardware.
- **G2_Austin Solar Cells**: Under-construction 2.1 GW phase of TOPCon solar cell fab in Milam County, Texas, expected to begin production by end of 2026. Type: Manufactured components.
- **Battery Energy Storage Solutions (BESS)**: Entered via the acquisition of KORE Power (announced May 2026), targeting data center and grid-scale storage markets. Type: Integrated hardware + systems.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in provided sources (publicly traded; current market cap available on NYSE).
- **Key Metric**: Q1 2026 Net Sales of $683.3 million; Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of $9.1 million.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Corning, Hemlock Semiconductor, Nextpower, Treaty Oak, Trina Solar (technology licensing and commercial support).
- **Growth Signals**: Workforce of 1,200 in Texas; 5 GW module production already at nameplate; construction of first U.S. solar cell fab underway; entry into battery storage and data center infrastructure via KORE Power acquisition (May 2026).

## Competitive Advantages
- Only U.S. company capable of delivering both P-type and N-type solar module technologies at scale with high domestic content.
- Vertically integrated supply chain (modules → cells → storage) designed to qualify customers for the domestic content adder under Section 48E ITCs of the OBBBA.
- Advanced manufacturing facility (G1_Dallas) described as one of the most technologically advanced PV module plants globally, operating above nameplate capacity.

## Strategic Focus
- Complete vertical integration by ramping G2_Austin solar cell production.
- Expand into battery energy storage and data center infrastructure to capture surging power demand.
- Build a cash flow powerhouse through long-term off-take contracts and domestic content premiums.

## Why Work Here
- Culture centered on building American energy independence and advanced manufacturing.
- Headquarters in Austin, Texas, with manufacturing operations in Wilmer and Milam County.
- Rapid growth trajectory: 1,200 employees and scaling; roles likely span engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and corporate functions.
- Remote/hybrid policy: Not specified; on-site presence expected at manufacturing and HQ locations.
- Notable perks: Not detailed in provided sources, but emphasis on mission-driven work and cutting-edge solar technology.

## Sources
1. [T1 Energy Website](https://t1energy.com/)
2. [T1 Energy Careers Page](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/t1energy)
3. [T1 Energy Form 10-K (filed 03/31/2026)](https://ir.t1energy.com/static-files/e604c805-4f7e-4263-bc52-b466734b0606)
4. [T1 Energy Investor Relations](https://ir.t1energy.com/investor-relations)
5. [About T1 Energy](https://t1energy.com/company/)

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