Director, Supply Chain

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 Director, Supply Chain that will lead the strategy and execution of a global sourcing model that supports U.S. domestic solar manufacturing, balancing Asia-based supplier ecosystems with accelerated localization and onshoring initiatives in the United States.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep knowledge of the solar value chain, upstream and downstream component ecosystems, and evolving technology and cost dynamics. You will be responsible for strengthening supply continuity, mitigating geopolitical and trade risk, and building a diversified supplier network that supports long-term U.S. manufacturing competitiveness.

What You’ll Do

- Lead global supply chain strategy across Asia and international sourcing and U.S. localization initiatives.

- Own end-to-end supply chain operations including Procurement, Production and Materials Control (PMC),

- Develop and execute sourcing strategies across the solar value chain (wafers, cells, modules, glass, frames, encapsulants, junction boxes, aluminum, silver paste, and other critical inputs).

- Build and manage a diversified global supplier ecosystem, including qualification, negotiation, performance management, and risk mitigation.

- Drive supplier localization, dual-sourcing, and capacity diversification to reduce concentration risk.

- Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production ramps, new product introductions, and technology transitions.

- Establish cost-controls frameworks that balance reliability, flexibility, and long-term positioning.

- Monitor geopolitical, regulatory, and trade risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.

- Lead digital enablement initiatives, including ERP optimization, advanced planning systems, and supplier visibility tools.

- Coordinate with other team leaders on day to day operations and production alignment.

- Provide data-driven supply chain insights to executive leadership.

Who You Are

- Strategically minded but operationally grounded.

- Deeply familiar with the global solar manufacturing supply chain.

- Comfortable operating across Asia and North America in cross-cultural environments.

- Analytical and data-driven.

- A strong leader who builds capable, accountable teams.

- Decisive in balancing cost, risk, and long-term resilience.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.

- 5+ years leading global sourcing or supply chain strategy in manufacturing, energy, or industrial environments.

- Demonstrated experience sourcing from Asia and managing strategic supplier partnerships.

- Strong understanding of solar manufacturing materials, cost, structures, and capacity dynamics.

- Experience supporting U.S. – based manufacturing operations through global sourcing.

- Deep knowledge of procurement, production planning, supplier quality, and risk management.

- Proven leadership experience building and leading supply chain teams.

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.