Sourcing Manager

Job Description:

Procurement/Sourcing Manager

Job Description

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextracker.

The Procurement Manager will be based in Saudi Arabia. In this position, you will report to the Factory General Manager. The Procurement Manager will be responsible and accountable for the purchase of goods, materials and services to ensure that the company’s operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply. Responsible for purchasing strategy, policy and processes role in the organization. Watch this video to learn why Nextracker is more than just a place to work.

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…

General Task Management

• Ensure that purchasing policies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets and which enable the company to function and compete effectively.
• Create and review opportunities to implement best practice purchasing policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance and deliver best value and savings.
• Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities.
• Ensure purchasing policy, guidelines and any associated documents are in place and updated when required.
• Utilize appropriate resources including Supplier Development to ensure appropriate supplier partnerships and delivery of sourced products.
• Develop creative and innovative procurement processes (eProcurement).
• Provide management reports and key performance data and monitor cost savings.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and select and develop new suppliers.
• Negotiate and manage contract terms with suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders and colleagues.
• Review and negotiate existing agreements to optimize commercial terms.
• Assess tenders from potential suppliers.
• Work with suppliers and have a process in place to measure effective performance, quality and compliance. Measure against KPI criteria if these exist.
• Ensure professional and consistent supplier management is applied across the supply base in line with the purchasing policy.
• Ensure parts are sourced in full and aligned to production schedules and customer requirements.

People Management

• Manage, coach and develop a high performing Procurement team that meets agreed objectives, and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements.
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them.

Financial and Budget Control

• Input and hold responsibility for maintenance budgets.

Relationship Management

• Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities and process and procedure improvements to optimize results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards requirements delivery in line with Company and Customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
• Work collaboratively, negotiate and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the maintenance strategy.

Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…

• Bachelor of Engineering, Diploma, ITI certifications
• Proven 10-12 years of experience as a Procurement or Sourcing lead/manager
• A results-driven approach and a keen eye for detail 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Good technical and IT skills, working knowledge of SAP or Netsuite will be advantage

Here are a few of our preferred experiences…

• Extensive plant level experience with significant proven Procurement management experience.
• Proven experience in a purchasing management role, preferably within an automotive or steel manufacturing environment.
• Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvement
• Knowledge of various processes from Fabrication, Product Assembly, Plating etc.
• Knowledge / Experience in customer communications and vendor development.
• Contract management and supplier experience.
• Understanding of Project management experience.
• Knowledge and technical understanding of Stell fabrication processes and components and supply chain management.
• Team player with strong organizational skills.

Nextracker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  Nextracker does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law.

Nextracker provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request in order to express interest in a position by e-mailing: [email protected]. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within NX will be reviewed at the e-mail address. Thank you for considering a career with Nextracker.

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

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